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Definition of accomplishment

accomplishment

/əˈkɑːmplɪʃmənt/
ac · com · plish · ment
Plural:accomplishments
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Adjective:accomplished
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accomplishment Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Something that has been achieved successfully, especially through hard work, skill, or perseverance.

Example

"Graduating at the top of her class while working full-time was a remarkable accomplishment."

2

The successful completion or fulfillment of a task, duty, or objective.

Example

"The team dedicated every resource to the timely accomplishment of the research goals."

3

An acquired skill, proficiency, or social grace gained through training or practice.

Example

"Playing the cello and speaking fluent French were among his many artistic accomplishments."

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accord
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accordingly

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French accomplissement, from the verb acomplir ('to fulfill or complete'), which ultimately derives from Vulgar Latin accomplere (from Latin ad- 'to' and complere 'to fill up').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Accomplishment. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/accomplishment
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