Meaning & use

attainment

noun·Academic

The successful achievement of a goal, especially after considerable effort.

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The scholarship recognized her attainment of top grades throughout high school.

Attainment of the peak took the climbers nearly nine grueling hours.

A note on using this word

Attainment often appears in formal or academic writing, especially regarding educational or professional goals.

Words with a similar meaning

achievementaccomplishment

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