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Success Definition & Meaning

success
noun
  1. an event that accomplishes its intended purpose; "let's call heads a success and tails a failure"; "the election was a remarkable success for the Whigs"
  2. an attainment that is successful; "his success in the marathon was unexpected"; "his new play was a great success"
  3. a state of prosperity or fame; "he is enjoying great success"; "he does not consider wealth synonymous with success"
  4. a person with a record of successes; "his son would never be the achiever that his father was"; "only winners need apply"; "if you want to be a success you have to dress like a success"

"Success" in song lyrics

See how success is used in real songs:

  • "Here's a toast to our success"
    2 Live Crew — Coolin'
  • "Yo, I was never blessed, never call me an overnight success"
    9th Prince — Hood Guerillas
  • "I wish my homeboys much success"
    Afroman — Palmdale

Words that rhyme with success

Usage tips for "success"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "success" 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 success to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does success mean?
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose; "let's call heads a success and tails a failure"; "the election was a remarkable success for the Whigs" an attainment that is successful; "his success in the marathon was unexpected"; "his new play was a great success" a state of prosperity or fame; "he is enjoying great success"; "he does not consider wealth synonymous with success" a person with a record of successes; "his son would never be the achiever that his father was
What part of speech is success?
Success is a noun.
How many definitions does success have?
Success has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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