English

attain

əˈteɪn
Meaning: to succeed in achieving something desired
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base attain
3rd person singular present attains
Present participle attaining
Past attained
Will future will attain
Going-to future going to attain
Imperative negative don't attain / do not attain

Example sentences

He attained the rank of captain after many years of service.
He attained the rank of captain after many years of service.
The rocket attained a high velocity as it exited the atmosphere.
The rocket attained a high velocity as it exited the atmosphere.

Usage Notes

A formal word used for reaching goals, ranks, or ages after effort.

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