Accomplish

Definition

Accomplish is a verb meaning to successfully complete or achieve a task, goal, or objective, often through effort and skill. It implies the fulfillment or attainment of a desired result.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈkɑmplɪʃ/
• Respelling: uh-KOM-plish

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈkɒmplɪʃ/
• Respelling: uh-KOM-plish

The pronunciation of "accomplish" is similar in both American and British English, with a slight variation in the vowel sound.

Etymology

The word "accomplish" originates from the Old French "acomplir," meaning "to complete" or "to fulfill," which is derived from the Latin "ad-" (to) and "complere" (to fill up or complete). The term entered Middle English in the 14th century with the meaning of completing or bringing something to fulfillment.

Derivatives

• Accomplishment (noun)
• Accomplished (adjective)
• Unaccomplished (adjective)
• Accomplisher (noun)
• Accomplishing (verb, present participle)

Synonyms

• Achieve
• Complete
• Fulfill

Antonyms

• Fail
• Neglect
• Abandon

Usage

The term "accomplish" is used in various contexts to describe the successful completion of tasks or goals. It often conveys a sense of effort and achievement, as in “to accomplish a project” or “to accomplish one’s dreams.” In professional and personal settings, it signifies reaching a milestone or objective through skill and determination.

Related Terms

• Achievement: The result of successfully accomplishing something.
• Success: The accomplishment of an aim or purpose.
• Goal: An aim or desired result.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To bring to completion or achieve: Refers to the act of successfully finishing or reaching a goal.
  • Example: "They worked hard to accomplish their project goals."