success

Definition

  • noun: the fact of getting or achieving wealth, respect, or fame
  • noun: degree or measure of succeeding
  • synonyms: outcome, succession

Examples

  • He tried to repair the engine but 'without success'. [=he was not able to repair the engine]

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

  • I am one of the diet clinic's 'success stories'. [=the diet clinic was able to help me]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) You have seen all you needed to? Enough to know they are not as safe and secure as they think they are. Go and make your plans. We wait to hear of your success... Earl Egil. You should have killed Ellisif when you had the chance. She dishonored you. I love all of our gods. (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: Revenge Season: 4 Episode 18