gradually-achieved
|grad-u-al-ly-a-chieved|
B2
/ˈɡrædʒuəli əˈtʃiːvd/
(achieve)
successful accomplishment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'achieve' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'achever,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'chever' meant 'come to a head or end.'
Historical Evolution
'achever' transformed into the Middle English word 'achieven,' and eventually became the modern English word 'achieve.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring to a head or end,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to accomplish or attain.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes something that is accomplished or attained over time, not immediately.
The team's success was gradually-achieved through years of hard work.
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Last updated: 2025/06/30 10:45