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accomplished

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/əˈkɑːmplɪʃt/

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/əˈkɒmplɪʃt/

(accomplish)

complete successfully

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'accomplished' originates from the Latin word 'accomplere,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'complere' meant 'fill up or complete.'

Historical Evolution

'accomplere' transformed into the Old French word 'acomplir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'accomplish' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to complete or fulfill,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'highly skilled or proficient.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

highly skilled or proficient in a particular area.

She is an accomplished pianist.

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Adjective 2

successfully completed or achieved.

The project was accomplished on time.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39