accomplish

verb

ə-ˈkäm-plish How to pronounce accomplish (audio)
Definition of accomplishnext
as in to achieve
to carry through (as a process) to completion you've accomplished your assigned task with your usual efficiency

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How does the verb accomplish contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of accomplish are achieve, discharge, effect, execute, fulfill, and perform. While all these words mean "to carry out or into effect," accomplish stresses the successful completion of a process rather than the means of carrying it out.

accomplished everything they set out to do

How are the words achieve and accomplish related?

Achieve adds to accomplish the implication of conquered difficulties.

achieve greatness

When might discharge be a better fit than accomplish?

The synonyms discharge and accomplish are sometimes interchangeable, but discharge implies execution and completion of appointed duties or tasks.

discharged his duties

How do effect and achieve relate to one another, in the sense of accomplish?

Effect adds to achieve an emphasis on the inherent force in the agent capable of surmounting obstacles.

effected sweeping reforms

When can execute be used instead of accomplish?

While in some cases nearly identical to accomplish, execute stresses the carrying out of what exists in plan or in intent.

executed the hit-and-run

In what contexts can fulfill take the place of accomplish?

The words fulfill and accomplish are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, fulfill implies a complete realization of ends or possibilities.

fulfilled their ambitions

When could perform be used to replace accomplish?

The words perform and accomplish can be used in similar contexts, but perform implies action that follows established patterns or procedures or fulfills agreed-upon requirements and often connotes special skill.

performed gymnastics

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for accomplish
  1. achieve
  2. fulfill
  3. perform
  4. execute
  5. do
  6. make
  7. implement
Verb
  • During his victory speech, Carney took aim at both Trump and Poilievre, accusing both of seeking to undermine the nation's economy in order to achieve their goals.
    — William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Several have achieved 20 launches and its fleet leader has 26 launches under its belt.
    — Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of achieve
Verb
  • If love, romance, or self-expression have felt confusing, this is the time to reassess what truly fulfills you.
    — Colin Bedell, Them, 14 Mar. 2025
  • In recent months, the city agreed to fulfill two grant agreements with O Cinema — one for $25,831 and one for $54,071 — and has already paid half of those amounts, according to the proposal.
    — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of fulfill
Verb
  • In celebration and support of CAA client Mariah Carey’s induction to the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2022, Carey invited Segura to perform seven of her songs at the ceremony.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Wonder gave short speech before performing two songs during the service.
    — David Matthews, New York Daily News, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of perform
Verb
  • Jonathan Vigliotti: Had that arrest warrant been executed, would Angela be here today?
    — Jonathan Vigliotti, CBS News, 16 Mar. 2025
  • There, a plaque remembers Anne Glover, an Irish servant who was falsely accused of witchcraft and executed.
    — Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of execute
Verb
  • Then Sterling did some less effective things and got suspended anyway, so that mad idea was, at least, parked for the time being.
    — Amy Lawrence, The Athletic, 13 Mar. 2025
  • What needs to be done to prevent a Kessler meltdown?
    — Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of do
Verb
  • Seattle general manager John Schneider has expressed apprehension about making those sorts of commitments.
    — Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Deals with the actors for Season 8 have been made, paving the way for one final renewal.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of make
Verb
  • If confirmed, Oz could take steps toward implementing those plans.
    — Alice Park, TIME, 13 Mar. 2025
  • From a clinical standpoint, understanding how sleep deprivation affects emotional responses is crucial, and learning how to implement age-appropriate support strategies can help mitigate these effects.
    — Lia Miller, Parents, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of implement
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