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Success (Noun)

Meaning 1

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".

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • She was a woman of great success, having built a business empire from scratch and become a respected leader in her industry.
  • His son would never be the achiever that his father was, who had a string of successes in his career as a renowned scientist.
  • Only winners need apply for the prestigious award, which recognizes outstanding success in the field of entrepreneurship.
  • If you want to be a success you have to dress like a success, which is why she invested in a professional wardrobe.
  • The company's success was largely due to the innovative approach of its CEO, who had a proven track record of successes in the tech industry.

Synonyms

  • Succeeder
  • Winner
  • Achiever

Hypernyms

  • Somebody
  • Soul
  • Individual
  • Person
  • Mortal

Hyponyms

  • First Lady
  • Highflier
  • Highflyer
  • Sleeper
  • Natural
  • Great

Meaning 2

An attainment that is successful; "his success in the marathon was unexpected"; "his new play was a great success".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • Her success in the business world was largely due to her innovative ideas and strong work ethic.
  • The team's success in the championship was a result of their dedication and perseverance.
  • His success as a writer was not immediate, but he eventually gained recognition for his unique style.
  • The company's new product was a huge success, selling out in stores on the first day of its release.
  • The student's success in the science fair was a testament to her hard work and scientific knowledge.

Hyponyms

  • Smash
  • Strike
  • Bull's Eye
  • Conquest
  • Smasher
  • Bang
  • Qualifying
  • Mark
  • Home Run
  • Flying Colours
  • Upset
  • Pass

Meaning 3

A state of prosperity or fame; "he is enjoying great success"; "he does not consider wealth synonymous with success".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • She had achieved great success in her career as a concert pianist.
  • His music brought him success in both financial and artistic terms.
  • The team's win marked their first success of the season.
  • She believes that success is a matter of personal fulfillment and happiness.
  • After years of struggles, he finally found success as a best-selling novelist.

Antonyms

  • Failure

Hypernyms

  • Successfulness

Meaning 4

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".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Examples

  • The fireworks display was a huge success, entertaining thousands of people who attended the festival.
  • Her surgery was a medical success, and she made a full recovery from her injuries.
  • The business was a moderate success in its first year, generating a steady profit and building a loyal customer base.
  • The surprise birthday party was a huge success, and the guest of honor was overwhelmed with joy.
  • The experiment was a success, providing conclusive evidence to support the researchers' hypothesis.

Antonyms

  • Failure

Hypernyms

  • Occurrent
  • Natural Event
  • Occurrence

Hyponyms

  • Triumph
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