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ac⋅com⋅plish⋅ment

  [uh-kom-plish-muhnt]
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–noun
1. an act or instance of carrying into effect; fulfillment: the accomplishment of our desires.
2. something done admirably or creditably: Space exploration is a major accomplishment of science.
3. anything accomplished; deed; achievement: a career measured in a series of small accomplishments.
4. Often, accomplishments.
a. a grace, skill, or knowledge expected in polite society.
b. any acquired ability or knowledge.
Origin:
1425–75; late ME; see accomplish, -ment. Compare F accomplissement

Synonyms:
1. completion, execution. 3. consummation. 4. acquisition, proficiency.

Antonyms:
1. failure.
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ac·com·plish·ment   (ə-kŏm'plĭsh-mənt)   
n.  

  1. The act of accomplishing or the state of being accomplished; completion.

  2. Something completed successfully; an achievement.

  3. An acquired skill or expertise: a singer known for his accomplishment in vocal technique.

  4. Social poise and grace.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
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