succeed

Definition

  • verb: to do what you are trying to do
  • verb: to come next after another in office or position or in possession of an estate
  • often + 'in'
  • synonyms: inherit, follow, pursue

Examples

  • I tried to apologize but 'only succeeded in' making her angrier. [=all I did was make her angrier when I tried to apologize]

  • He will never 'succeed in' this business. [=he will never be successful in this business]

  • The new model will 'succeed' [='replace'] the current one next spring.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I came because I want to help you Why did you help me? Because we have common interests. Thou shalt conquer the evil spirit of darkness and I hope that you succeed. Please, take a seat And what were the just for creatures? The guards of the six kingdom ready to destroy anyone (..)
    2011 The Dragon Warrior