achievement

[ uh-cheev-muhnt ]

noun

1. something accomplished, especially by superior ability, special effort, great courage, etc.; a great or heroic deed:

   his remarkable achievements in art.

2. the act of achieving; attainment or accomplishment:

   the achievement of one's object.

   Synonyms: realization, fulfillment

3. Heraldry. the full display of the armorial bearings of an individual or corporation.
4. Digital Technology. a title or icon associated with a user profile or account that indicates the person's skill or rank in an online community, especially on a gaming platform.

achievement

/ əˈtʃiːvmənt /

noun

1. something that has been accomplished, esp by hard work, ability, or heroism
2. successful completion; accomplishment
3. heraldry a less common word for hatchment

Other Words From

• super·a·chievement noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of achievement¹

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English, from Middle French achevement “conclusion”; equivalent to achieve + -ment

Synonym Study

Achievement, exploit, feat are terms for a noteworthy act. Achievement connotes final accomplishment of something noteworthy, after much effort and often in spite of obstacles and discouragements: a scientific achievement. Exploit connotes boldness, bravery, and usually ingenuity: the famous exploit of an aviator. Feat connotes the performance of something difficult, generally demanding skill and strength: a feat of horsemanship.

Related Words

• accomplishment
• attainment
• creation
• deed
• effort
• feat
• performance
• realization
• success
• triumph
• victory