Succeed Definition

succeed
verb
  1. attain success or reach a desired goal; "The enterprise succeeded"; "We succeeded in getting tickets to the show"; "she struggled to overcome her handicap and won"
  2. be the successor (of); "Carter followed Ford"; "Will Charles succeed to the throne?"

"Succeed" in song lyrics

See how succeed is used in real songs:

  • "A modern-day woman with the will to succeed"
    2 Live Crew — With Your Badself
  • "The best start to the end of the finish line to succeed"
    Alexipharmic — Fox News
  • "It's not about greed, it's just tryin to succeed"
    Apathy — Make Alotta Money

Usage tips for "succeed"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "succeed" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for succeed to find words that pair well.

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