/euh kom"plish meuhnt/ , n.
1. an act or instance of carrying into effect; fulfillment: the accomplishment of our desires.
2. something done admirably or creditably: Space exploration is a major accomplishment of science.
3. anything accomplished; deed; achievement: a career measured in a series of small accomplishments.
4. Often, accomplishments .
a. a grace, skill, or knowledge expected in polite society.
b. any acquired ability or knowledge.
[ 1425-75; late ME; see ACCOMPLISH, -MENT. Compare F accomplissement ]
Syn. 1. completion, execution. 3. consummation. 4. acquisition, proficiency.
Ant. 1. failure.