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Attainment

/əˈteɪnmənt/ · noun

Meaning

The act of attaining; the act of arriving at or reaching; the act of obtaining by effort or exertion..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The act of attaining; the act of arriving at or reaching; the act of obtaining by effort or exertion.
  2. That which is attained, or obtained by exertion.

Example Sentences

My attainment of proficiency in German was due to years upon years of study.
The scholar who had made so many attainments, knows now how small they were compared with what one glance into the spiritual glory has taught him.
The attainment of the skills of elementary reading occurred some time ago for almost all who read this book.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does attainment mean?

Attainment means The act of attaining; the act of arriving at or reaching; the act of obtaining by effort or exertion..

What is a synonym for attainment?

Common synonyms include accomplishment, acquirement, acquisition, attain.

What is the opposite of attainment?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use attainment in a sentence?

My attainment of proficiency in German was due to years upon years of study.

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