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Success

UK /["/səkˈses/"]/US /["/səkˈses/"]/

Definition

the fact that you have achieved something that you want and have been trying to do or get

In simple words: When you achieve something you wanted to do.

Examples

His success in the competition made him very proud.
She defines success as achieving her personal goals.
Success comes to those who work hard and never give up.
The team's success surprised everyone at the tournament.
We celebrated her success with a small party.

Usage notes

Use 'success' when talking about achieving goals or winning in a friendly context. Avoid using it in negative situations or as a mockery.

Grammar pattern

standalone concept

Memory hint

Success sounds like 'succeed' – think of reaching the finish line first.

Collocations

enormous
great
immense
amount
degree
level
achieve
attain
enjoy
come
lie (in something)
depend on something
rate
story
factor
with success
without success
success in
a chance of success
a hope of success
confident of success
resounding
roaring
rousing
be
prove
have
wish somebody (every) success

Synonyms

achievement
victory
triumph
accomplishment
fulfillment

Antonyms

failure
defeat
setback

Common mistakes

Confused with 'successfully', which is an adverb.
Used incorrectly as a verb instead of the noun form.
Misplaced in sentences, such as 'We have success' instead of 'We are successful'.