Accomplishment
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈkɒm.plɪʃ.mənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Accomplishment is a noun meaning The act of accomplishing; completion; fulfilment.
Meaning
The act of accomplishing; completion; fulfilment.
More Meanings
- Something accomplished; an achievement.
- (grammar, semantics) The lexical aspect (aktionsart) of verbs or predicates that change over time until a natural end point.
- That which completes, perfects, or equips thoroughly; acquirement; attainment; that which constitutes excellence of mind, or elegance of manners, acquired by education or training.
Example Sentences
the accomplishment of an enterprise, of a prophecy, etc
I’ll make a proof how I advance in / My new accomplishment of dancing.
Accomplishments have taken virtue’s place, / And wisdom falls before exterior grace ;
Increasing sales by 20% in the last quarter was seen as a major accomplishment for the business.
Word Forms
- accomplishments
Synonyms for accomplishment
Depending on context, synonyms include acquisition, skill, attainment, achievement, acquirement.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include achievement, attainment, acquirement, acquisition, skill, achieving.
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