success as in 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"
success as in an attainment that is successful
- "his success in the marathon was unexpected"
- "his new play was a great success"
success as in a state of prosperity or fame
- "he is enjoying great success"
- "he does not consider wealth synonymous with success"
success as in 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"
Synonyms
- achievera person with a record of successes
- winnerthe contestant who wins the contest ; a gambler who wins a bet ; a person with a record of successes
- succeedera person with a record of successes