Succeed

Definition

Succeed means to achieve a desired goal or result, or to follow in position or order.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /səkˈsiːd/
• Respelling: suhk-SEED

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /səkˈsiːd/
• Respelling: suhk-SEED

Etymology

The word "succeed" originates from the Latin "succedere," meaning "to go up, come after, or follow," formed from "sub-" (under) and "cedere" (to go). It entered Middle English through Old French "succeder."

Derivatives

• Success (noun)
• Successful (adjective)
• Succession (noun)
• Successor (noun)
• Successfully (adverb)

Synonyms

• Achieve
• Prosper
• Thrive

Antonyms

• Fail
• Collapse
• Flounder

Usage

The verb "succeed" is commonly used to indicate accomplishment, as in "She worked hard to succeed in her career." It can also mean to take over a position or role, such as "He will succeed his father as CEO."

Related Terms

• Achievement: The act of accomplishing something.
• Succession: The act of following in sequence.
• Successor: A person who follows another in a role or position.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To achieve a goal or desired outcome: Refers to accomplishing something successfully.
  • Example: "She succeeded in passing the final exam."
• To follow in position, role, or order: Refers to taking over a role or succeeding another person in a position.
  • Example: "The prince succeeded his father as king."