Meaning & use
success
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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