accomplish — to succeed in doing or completing something, especially something difficult
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to succeed in doing or completing something, especially something difficult
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/
Example Sentences
- My cat accomplished the impossible task of opening the treat jar by herself.
- He accomplished eating 50 dumplings in one sitting, earning the nickname 'Dumpling King'.
- The student accomplished excellent results in the college entrance exam through consistent study.
accomplish
VERB[/əˈkʌmplɪʃ/]
to succeed in doing or completing something, especially something difficult
The climber accomplished his lifelong dream by reaching the mountain summit.
The runner crossed the finish line shouting, "Mission accomplished!"
She accomplished her goal, her team acknowledged her achievement, and everyone celebrated together.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'accomplir', derived from Latin 'ad-' (to) combined with 'complere' (to complete or fill up), which comes from 'com-' (together) and 'plere' (to fill).
Breakdown
ad- (to) + com- (together) + plere (to fill) + -ish (verb suffix) = accomplish (to complete or finish)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“We need to accomplish this task by Friday.”
“Hard work helped him accomplish his goal.”
“The scientist accomplished something significant in cancer research.”
“They successfully accomplished the mission.”
“She finally accomplished her dream of becoming a doctor.”
📝Examples
“My cat accomplished the impossible task of opening the treat jar by herself.”
“He accomplished eating 50 dumplings in one sitting, earning the nickname 'Dumpling King'.”
“The student accomplished excellent results in the college entrance exam through consistent study.”
“The research team accomplished a breakthrough in renewable energy technology.”
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