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Meaning of attain

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

attain

Pronunciation:/əˈteɪn/

verb

Definitions

  1. To gain (an object or desired result).

    Example: To attain such a high level of proficiency requires hours of practice each day.

    Synonyms:accomplishachieveget
  2. To reach or come to, by progression or motion; to arrive at (a place, time, state, etc.).

  3. To come or arrive, by motion, growth, bodily exertion, or efforts toward a place, object, state, etc.

    Synonyms:getreach
  4. To get at the knowledge of.

    Synonyms:ascertain