What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
accomplish
Example
I was able to accomplish all my tasks for the day. [accomplish: verb]
Example
She accomplished her dream of becoming a doctor through years of hard work and dedication. [accomplished: adjective]
attain
Example
He was able to attain his desired score on the exam. [attain: verb]
Example
The company has attained a high level of success in the industry. [attained: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Accomplish is more commonly used than attain in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between accomplish and attain?
Attain is more formal than accomplish and is typically used in more professional or academic contexts.
