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Synonyms & Similar Words
thriving
flourishing
prosperous
triumphant
victorious
accomplished
achieved
fulfilled
effective
efficient
productive
profitable
booming
blooming
thriving
successful
accomplished
adept
skilled
capable
competent
talented
gifted
masterful
expert
exceptional
outstanding
remarkable
exemplary
model
ideal
flourishing
luxuriant
lush
affluent
wealthy
rich
well-off
comfortable
secure
satisfied
content
pleased
delighted
happy
joyful
jubilant
ecstatic
elated
euphoric
thrilled
proud
glorious
resplendent
radiant
beaming
shining
dazzling
Meaning of Successful
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "successful" refers to someone or something that achieves a desired aim or result, or has a favorable outcome.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "successful" as having achieved a desired outcome, goal, or result, or having attained a high level of achievement or recognition.
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines "successful" as achieving or gaining something that you wanted or planned, or being successful in a particular activity or job.
Example Uses
- The company has been successful in increasing its sales and expanding its customer base.
- She was a successful businesswoman who had built her company from the ground up.
- The team had a successful season, winning the championship and setting a new record.
- He was a successful artist, known for his unique and innovative style.
- The new policy has been successful in reducing crime and improving public safety.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unsuccessful
failing
failed
unsuccessful
ineffectual
ineffective
unproductive
unprofitable
declining
deteriorating
struggling
suffering
losing
defeated
conquered
vanquished
crushed
ruined
bankrupt
insolvent
penniless
impoverished
deprived
disadvantaged
unhappy
miserable
discontent
dissatisfied
displeased
disappointed
disheartened
despairing
hopeless
futile
fruitless
barren
sterile