attainment

[uh-teyn-muhnt]

noun

1. an act of attaining.

2. something attained; a personal acquirement; achievement.

   Synonyms: accomplishment

attainment

/ əˈteɪnmənt /

noun

1. an achievement or the act of achieving; accomplishment

Other Word Forms

• nonattainment noun
• reattainment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of attainment¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, attainment is from the Middle English word attenement. See attain, -ment

Example Sentences

Such moments remind us that The Beatles’ attainments were the result of spirited collaboration involving a like-minded group of dedicated artists, producers, and engineers.

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He says the approach has had a positive impact on attainment, school culture and the retention of staff.

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Participants taking longer walks “were more active, were of normal weight and had higher educational attainment.”

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Now, the consensus that college is an individual and a societal good is shifting, putting the trend of growing college attainment at risk in the coming years.

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The disability program combines those categories with physical characteristics and educational attainment to determine whether an applicant should receive benefits.

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Related Words

• fulfillment 
• realization