attain

/ɐtˈe‍ɪn/

/əˈteɪn/

to attain

MAIN VERB

to succeed in reaching a goal, after hard work

synonyms : accomplish

reach a point in time, or a certain state or level

synonyms : hit

reach a destination, either real or abstract

synonyms : arrive at

find unexpectedly

synonyms : chance on

Examples

1. Other combat arms of the Corps must attain a gray belt qualification, or second step qualification.

2. Attaining one’s ambitions.

3. And some people actually attain that dream.

4. Males can attain truly staggering proportions.