as in realized
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as in attained
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
finally achieved stardom
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as in accomplished
to carry through (as a process) to completion
finally achieved his purpose, which was to form a first-class boys' choir made up of inner-city kids
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Recent Examples of achieved
Lauren Jade Hill, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Especially for her father, who, like her mother, was the child of Jewish immigrants, the house embodied the achieved American dream.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2018
Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Carragher acknowledged that Slot’s achievement in winning the Premier League in his first campaign elevated him to a level above what fellow Dutchman Ten Hag achieved in just over two years as Manchester United manager following his summer 2022 appointment, but the point stood.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 17 May 2026
Certificate Programs Based on the records for 67,486 certificate-seeking students entering one of 57 public institutions from 2008-09 through 2018-19, the research team found these students achieved an average cumulative net VAE of $3,818 by year five.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Gatwa’s rating was less than half that of the 197,200 audience Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham achieved last week.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 17 May 2026
No Black woman has yet achieved that feat.
—ABC News, 17 May 2026
And arguably, that's precisely what the team have achieved here at Powdermills, working with the building's original features and reinterpreting them with a fresh, bold sensibility.
—Bridget Mills-Powell, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
This is the beginning of a childhood dream achieved.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 10 May 2026
This process requires very high temperatures and pressures, which are typically achieved by using natural gas.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
Adjective
Ultimately, the resort aims to leave guests feeling renewed, uplifted and inspired, ensuring an achieved sense of ‘weightlessness’.
—Lauren Jade Hill, Forbes, 15 June 2021
Especially for her father, who, like her mother, was the child of Jewish immigrants, the house embodied the achieved American dream.
—Arthur Lubow, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2018
Verb
But Jeffries’s efforts, which have achieved mixed results, have also elicited concerns from some of his supporters.
—Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Carragher acknowledged that Slot’s achievement in winning the Premier League in his first campaign elevated him to a level above what fellow Dutchman Ten Hag achieved in just over two years as Manchester United manager following his summer 2022 appointment, but the point stood.
—Carl Anka, New York Times, 17 May 2026
Certificate Programs Based on the records for 67,486 certificate-seeking students entering one of 57 public institutions from 2008-09 through 2018-19, the research team found these students achieved an average cumulative net VAE of $3,818 by year five.
—Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Gatwa’s rating was less than half that of the 197,200 audience Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham achieved last week.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 17 May 2026
No Black woman has yet achieved that feat.
—ABC News, 17 May 2026
And arguably, that's precisely what the team have achieved here at Powdermills, working with the building's original features and reinterpreting them with a fresh, bold sensibility.
—Bridget Mills-Powell, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 May 2026
This is the beginning of a childhood dream achieved.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 10 May 2026
This process requires very high temperatures and pressures, which are typically achieved by using natural gas.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for achieved
Adjective
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Her blinkered perspective is consumed with semi-realized introspection and self-reprobation.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The Jayhawks have matched their program record of 20 wins in conference play, a mark first attained in 2025.—
Gary Bedore
May 14,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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To be sure, annual grocery price increases remain well below a recent peak attained during the pandemic.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Ohtani is a one-of-one player, someone who's already accomplished virtually everything a player can accomplish in Major League Baseball.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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With 43 new tracks released at once, early projections indicate Drake could simultaneously hold the top three spots on the Billboard 200 chart — something only Michael Jackson previously accomplished after his death in 2009.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Some of the administration’s attempts to cancel research grants that focused on topics like gender, diversity, equity and inclusion have been reversed, but roughly 1,240 grants remain terminated, according to a tracking project called Grant Witness.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Romano puts herself in the curious position of fighting a battle that has already been won on facts but not yet in legend.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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The most recent Powerball jackpot was won on May 2, when two players — one in Texas and one in Florida — split a $20 million prize.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
21 May 2026
Verb
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In some ways, Rashad has fulfilled that promise.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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The honor fulfilled late owner Joan Payson’ decades-old wish to retire the number after the Say Hey Kid’s playing days.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Unusual for a custom maker, Beggars Run produces a sample garment from the majority of its fabrics on offer, giving patrons an in-person look at the finished product.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
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To Ikko’s credit, the finished product is quite polished.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, the technology has gained growing attention as even small efficiency gains can significantly impact rocket launches.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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The Lakers executive’s contribution signals growing Hollywood interest in Pratt’s outsider candidacy, which has gained momentum following his outspoken criticism of city leadership after the 2025 Palisades fires.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
18 May 2026
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“Achieved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/achieved. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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