How to Spell attain

attain

//əˈteɪn//

attain - verb

  • To gain (an object or desired result).
  • To reach or come to, by progression or motion; to arrive at (a place, time, state, etc.).
  • To come or arrive, by motion, growth, bodily exertion, or efforts toward a place, object, state, etc.
  • To get at the knowledge of.
Source: Free Dictionary
"To attain such a high level of proficiency requires hours of practice each day."

Usage examples

Attain means to reach or achieve a goal. With practice, you can attain your dreams and goals.

attain - thesaurus

Synonyms: accomplish, achieve, get, ascertain, catch up with, overtake, equal, reach

Common misspellings

atain, attane, atain

Word family

attained, attaining, attains, attainment

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