Meaning & Definition of word "Success"

Success

/səkˈsɛs/

noun:

  • 1. The achievement of something desired, planned, or attempted.
    • Example: Her promotion at work was a great success, reflecting her hard work and dedication.
  • 2. The favorable or prosperous termination of attempts or endeavors.
    • Example: The team's success in the tournament brought them local fame.
  • 3. The extent to which an objective is achieved.
    • Example: Measuring success can often be subjective, as it varies from person to person.

Etymology

Late Middle English: from Latin successus, from succedere ‘to come close after’.

Common Phrases and Expressions

success story:

A narrative about the achievement of success.

recipe for success:

A set of instructions or guidelines that lead to success.

success rate:

The percentage of successful outcomes in a given context.

Related Words

successful:

Having achieved success; favorable.

succeed:

To achieve the desired aim or result.

successfulness:

The quality of being successful.

Slang Meanings of success

Meaning: Smash hit

Example Sentence: That movie was a smash hit; it broke all box office records.

Meaning: Killing it

Example Sentence: She’s really killing it at work; her projects are always successful.