achievement Meaning, Definition & Usage

A*chieve"ment noun

Etymology

Cf. F. achèvement, E. Hatchment.

Definitions

1. The act of achieving or performing; an obtaining by exertion; successful performance; accomplishment; as, the achievement of his object.
2. A great or heroic deed; something accomplished by valor, boldness, or praiseworthy exertion; a feat.

   [The exploits] of the ancient saints . . . do far surpass the most famous achievements of pagan heroes. Barrow.

   The highest achievements of the human intellect. Macaulay.

3. (Her.) An escutcheon or ensign armorial; now generally applied to the funeral shield commonly called hatchment. Cussans.