Synonyms for
Attained
Definition
to succeed in reaching or achieving something
Synonyms & similar words
reach
happenupon
attain
achieve
arriveat
fallupon
discover
chanceupon
lightupon
strike
comeupon
make
chanceon
gain
accomplish
comeacross
hit
accomplished
achieved
reached
gained
acquired
earned
secured
obtained
won
procured
captured
reaped
realized
fulfilled
completed
finished
concluded
ended
terminated
closed
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- attained proficiency
- attained enlightenment
- attained success
- attained a goal
- attained a high level
- attained maturity
- attained a certain age
Word family
Usage note
Attained is often used to describe reaching a goal, level, or state of being. It implies effort or a process leading to the achievement.
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Example sentences
- She attained her dream of becoming a professional dancer.
- He attained the highest score in the class.
- We can attain success by working hard.
- They hope to attain their financial goals by saving money.
- The company has attained a high level of success in the market.
Quotes
Success is not something you attain, it is something you attract by the person you become. - Jim Rohn
The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
The only way to attain true happiness is to understand and embrace the power of detachment. - Mimi Novic