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C1 Level Wordlist - Achievement and Progress

Here you will learn some English words about achievement and progress, such as "aspiration", "boom", "triumph", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
accomplishment

a desired and impressive goal achieved through hard work

Ex: Graduating with honors was a significant accomplishment for Sarah after years of dedicated study. 
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advancement

the process of improvement or progress

Ex: Technological advancements in medicine have revolutionized healthcare, saving countless lives. 
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aspiration

a valued desire or goal that one strongly wishes to achieve

Ex: Her lifelong aspiration is to become a successful novelist and publish her own book. 
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boom
boom
[noun]

a time of great economic growth

Ex: During the economic boom of the 1990s, many technology companies flourished and saw unprecedented growth. 
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breakthrough

an important discovery or development that helps improve a situation or answer a problem

Ex: The scientist's groundbreaking research led to a major breakthrough in cancer treatment. 
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comeback
comeback
[noun]

a return by a renowned person to their former popular or successful state

Ex: After years away from music, the singer made a spectacular comeback with a new album that topped the charts. 
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glory
glory
[noun]

the popularity, honor, and praise that a person receives as a result of a great success or act

Ex: Winning the championship brought her great glory and recognition in the sports world. 
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triumph
triumph
[noun]

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

Ex: The team's triumph in the championship game was celebrated by fans all across the city. 
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achiever
achiever
[noun]

someone who reaches a high level of success, particularly in their occupation

Ex: As a dedicated achiever, she consistently sets and exceeds ambitious goals in her career. 
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big time
big time
[noun]

the highest and most successful level in a profession, particularly in entertainment field

Ex: After years of playing in small clubs, the band finally made it to the big time with their hit single. 
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to top
to top
[Verb]

to hold the highest position on a list or ranking due to success or achievements

Ex: Her latest novel topped the bestseller list for six consecutive weeks. 
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to attain
to attain
[Verb]

to succeed in reaching a goal, after hard work

Ex: After years of studying, she finally attained her dream of becoming a doctor. 
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to blossom

to start to be healthier, more successful, or confident

Ex: Over the summer, she began to blossom into a confident and articulate young woman. 
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to congratulate

to express one's good wishes or praise to someone when something very good has happened to them

Ex: It is customary to congratulate a friend on their achievements or milestones. 
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to consolidate

to strengthen a position of power or success so that it lasts longer

Ex: The company worked to consolidate its market dominance by expanding into new territories. 
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to flourish

to quickly grow in a successful way

Ex: The tech startup flourished in the competitive market, quickly becoming a leading company in the industry. 
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to fly high

to be experiencing great success

Ex: After the release of their latest album, the band has been flying high, topping charts around the world. 
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to pay off

(of a plan or action) to succeed and have good results

Ex: All those hours of studying really paid off during the exam. 
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to prosper

to grow in a successful way, especially financially

Ex: By providing excellent services, the startup managed to prosper and expand its customer base. 
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to strive
to strive
[Verb]

to try as hard as possible to achieve a goal

Ex: Despite facing obstacles, she strives to excel in her academic pursuits. 
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to thrive
to thrive
[Verb]

to grow and develop exceptionally well

Ex: Despite the challenges, the small business managed to thrive in a competitive market. 
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drive
drive
[noun]

a series of coordinated actions aimed at achieving a goal or advancing a principle

Ex: The charity launched a drive to collect winter clothing for the needy. 
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effectiveness

the quality of yielding the desired result

Ex: The effectiveness of the new marketing campaign was evident in the significant increase in sales. 
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perseverance

the quality of persistently trying in spite of difficulties

Ex: His perseverance through years of grueling training finally paid off when he won the marathon. 
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resolve
resolve
[noun]

a strong will to have or do something of value

Ex: Her resolve to finish her degree despite personal challenges was unwavering. 
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desirable
desirable
[Adjective]

worth doing or having

Ex: The job offer came with a desirable salary and benefits package. 
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distinguished
distinguished
[Adjective]

(of a person) very successful and respected

Ex: The distinguished scientist received the Nobel Prize for her groundbreaking research. 
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favorable
favorable
[Adjective]

showing approval or support

Ex: The proposal received a favorable response from the board. 
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feasible
feasible
[Adjective]

having the potential of being done successfully

Ex: The project manager determined that the proposed plan was feasible given the available resources and timeline. 
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fulfilled
fulfilled
[Adjective]

feeling happy and satisfied with one's life, job, etc.

Ex: After years of hard work, she felt fulfilled in her career. 
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notable
notable
[Adjective]

deserving attention because of being remarkable or important

Ex: The scientist made notable contributions to the field of physics. 
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premier
premier
[Adjective]

considered most successful or important, particularly compared to others

Ex: The city's premier university is known for its rigorous academic programs and esteemed faculty. 
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productive
productive
[Adjective]

producing desired results through effective and efficient use of time, resources, and effort

Ex: The productive meeting resulted in several innovative solutions to the problem. 
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to live up to

to fulfill expectations or standards set by oneself or others

Ex: The athlete lived up to his reputation as a champion, delivering a stunning performance that captivated the audience. 
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with flying colors

in a distinctive and very successful way

Ex: She passed the exam with flying colors. 
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