ACHIEVE


Meaning of ACHIEVE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ə-ˈchēv ]

verb

( achieved ; achiev·ing )

Etymology: Middle English acheven, from Anglo-French achever to finish, from a- (from Latin ad- ) + chef end, head — more at chief

Date: 14th century

transitive verb

1. : to carry out successfully : accomplish

achieve a gradual increase in production

2. : to get or attain as the result of exertion : reach

achieved a high degree of skill

achieved greatness

intransitive verb

: to attain a desired end or aim : become successful

Synonyms: see perform

• achiev·able -ˈchē-və-bəl adjective

• achiev·er noun

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.