Looking for the meaning of the word SUCCESS in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SUCCESS with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Success
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
mid 16th century: from Latin successus, from the verb succedere ‘come close after’ (see succeed)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
səkˈsɛs
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the accomplishment of an aim or purpose
Short Definition:accomplishment of aim or purpose
Examples:- there is a thin line between success and failure
- the region has had some success in attracting light industry
Definition:
the good or bad outcome of an undertaking
Short Definition:good or bad outcome of undertaking
Examples:- the good or ill success of their maritime enterprises
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