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ATTAINING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Attaining.

Attaining - as a verb

To gain with effort

Example: "She achieved her goal despite setbacks"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
accomplish21achieve15reach10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bring home the baconcome throughdeliver the goodssucceed12win6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Reach a point in time, or a certain state or level

Example: "The thermometer hit 100 degrees"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hit6reach10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
arrive9come8get4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Find unexpectedly

Example: "The archeologists chanced upon an old tomb"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chance onchance uponcome acrosscome upondiscover14fall uponhappen uponlight uponstrike10

Reach a destination, either real or abstract

Example: "We hit detroit by noon"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrive atgain5hit6make10reach10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She worked hard and finally succeeded in attaining her dream job."
"The company focused on attaining a higher level of customer satisfaction."
"By studying diligently, he aimed at attaining good grades in his exams."
"Sarah set a goal of attaining a healthier lifestyle by exercising regularly."
"He believed that attaining inner peace required self-reflection and meditation."
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Word Game Points

Is ATTAINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, attaining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ATTAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is ATTAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, attaining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ATTAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is ATTAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, attaining is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ATTAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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