Meaning & use

success

noun·Everyday

The achievement of a desired aim or result.

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The fundraiser was a success, raising twice its original goal.

Her success in the competition came after years of daily practice.

A note on using this word

Success is usually uncountable when describing overall accomplishment, but a success refers to one specific achievement or event.

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