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UK/["/səkˈses/"]/US/["/səkˈses/"]/

Meaning of Success

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

Success in a sentence

  • 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.

How to use Success

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.

Related words

Collocations with Success

Synonyms for Success

Opposites of Success

Common mistakes with Success

  • 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'.

Compare Success with Achievement, Victory, Triumph, Accomplishment

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Frequently asked questions about Success

What does Success mean?

When you achieve something you wanted to do.

What is the definition of Success?

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

How do you use Success in a sentence?

His success in the competition made him very proud.

Can you give another example of Success?

She defines success as achieving her personal goals.

What are synonyms for Success?

Common alternatives include achievement, victory, triumph, accomplishment, fulfillment.

What is the opposite of Success?

Opposite meanings include failure, defeat, setback.

What words go with Success?

It commonly pairs with 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.

What are common mistakes when using Success?

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'.

How do you pronounce Success?

US: /["/səkˈses/"]/, UK: /["/səkˈses/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Success?

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

What CEFR level is Success?

"Success" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.