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The definition of an achievement is something that is accomplished, particularly by great effort, courage or special skills.

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Moving quickly up the ladder at a prestigious company is an example of an achievement.

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See achievement in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the act of achieving
a thing achieved, esp. by skill, work, courage, etc.; feat
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See achievement in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The act of accomplishing or finishing.
Something accomplished successfully, especially by means of exertion, skill, practice, or perseverance. See Synonyms at feat¹.

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