CEFR B1

succeeded

verb (past tense)

Meaning

Achieved the desired aim or result; performed well or achieved a goal.

Examples

The team succeeded in winning the championship after a tough season.
Despite many challenges, the project ultimately succeeded due to their perseverance.

Synonyms: achieved, accomplished, prevailed, triumphed

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succeeded (B1)

verb (past tense)

Pronunciation: /səkˈsiːdɪd/

Definition

Achieved the desired aim or result; performed well or achieved a goal.

Examples

The team succeeded in winning the championship after a tough season.
Despite many challenges, the project ultimately succeeded due to their perseverance.
He succeeded in convincing his parents to let him go on the trip.

How to Use succeeded

succeed in doing something (prepositional phrase): to achieve a goal or objective — "They succeeded in completing the difficult puzzle."
succeed to the throne/position (prepositional phrase): to take over a royal or official position — "The heir succeeded to the throne without incident."

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