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Successful

adjective
/səkˈsɛsfəl/

Meaning

having achieved a desired aim or result; prosperous
having achieved success; having attained wealth, position, or honor

Example Sentences

She was successful in her career as a doctor.

He is a successful businessman.

Example Expressions

successful career

Synonyms

triumphant, victorious, prosperous, accomplished, thriving, effective
Entry 1
triumphant, victorious, prosperous, accomplished
Entry 2
prosperous, accomplished, thriving, victorious, effective

Antonyms

unsuccessful, failed, defeated, failing
Entry 1
unsuccessful, failed, defeated
Entry 2
unsuccessful, failing, defeated

Collocations

successful business, successful career, successful attempt, successful person, successful strategy
Entry 1
successful business, successful career, successful attempt
Entry 2
successful career, successful attempt, successful person, successful strategy

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