attainment

noun

at·​tain·​ment ə-ˈtān-mənt How to pronounce attainment (audio)
Synonyms of attainment
1
: the act of attaining something : the condition of being attained
She values educational attainment above all else.
2
: something attained : accomplishment
His scientific attainments are well known.

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She values educational attainment above all else. Her scientific attainments have made her quite well-known in the field of biology.
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Emerge collects data from the moment someone enters its online system and has created a dashboard that tracks applicants through eligibility, online training, hands-on training, credential attainment, job placement, wages and retention. — Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 18 Oct. 2026 The state ranked first in cultural diversity and linguistic diversity, while also ranking second in racial and ethnic diversity and educational-attainment diversity. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026 The actual term is narrower, and research has found traditional hypergamy declining as women’s educational attainment has risen. — Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026 The less healthy participants had a higher body mass index and prevalence of stroke, and lower physical activity and educational attainment. — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for attainment

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First Known Use

1543, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of attainment was in 1543

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“Attainment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/attainment. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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attainment

noun
at·​tain·​ment ə-ˈtān-mənt How to pronounce attainment (audio)
1
: the act of attaining : the state of being attained
2
: something attained : accomplishment
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