attainability
|at/tain/a/bil/i/ty|
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/əˌteɪnəˈbɪləti/
(attain)
achievement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attain' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'ateindre,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'teindre' meant 'to touch or reach.'
Historical Evolution
'ateindre' transformed into the Middle English word 'attainen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'attain.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to reach or touch something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to achieve or accomplish something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being attainable; the possibility of achieving or reaching something.
The attainability of the project goals was questioned by the team.
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Last updated: 2025/02/10 16:20