No Pain, No Gain: English Vocabulary List

the ability of something to work successfully or be effective in practice

"We are testing the viability of the project."

"The economic viability of the new project was carefully studied before approval."

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

"The triumph was celebrated"

"The triumph was celebrated across the city after the national team won the final match"

data that shows the past performance of an organization, product, or person, often used as a basis of evaluation

"Good track record."

"The company has a very good track record of completing projects on time and within budget."

the teamwork of two people, organizations, or things that results in a greater outcome than their solo work

"Team synergy improves productivity."

"The synergy between the two departments led to innovative products that neither could have developed alone."

any means of advancement that helps one to make progress towards achieving something

"Useful stepping stone."

"The first job was a useful stepping stone to a better career later."

a strong will to have or do something of value

"Strong resolve needed."

"His resolve to quit smoking never wavered even when his friends lit cigarettes beside him."

the state of being successful, particularly by earning a lot of money

"The nation enjoyed years of prosperity."

"The country enjoyed long economic prosperity and development after implementing new policies ten years ago."

the likelihood or possibility of something becoming successful in the future

"The prospect of a promotion excited her."

"The young graduate has a bright prospect for a successful career in the technology industry."

first in importance or rank

"This is a prime example."

"The prime location of the hotel meant that guests could walk to the beach and the shops without needing a car."

the quality of having determination to continue doing or believing something in spite of any opposition or hardships

"Her pertinacity helped her overcome obstacles."

"He showed great pertinacity and never gave up until he succeeded."

the quality of persistently trying in spite of difficulties

"Perseverance brings results."

"Through perseverance and determination she earned her degree while working full time and raising children."

the quality of never being wrong or making mistakes

"Doctors do not claim infallibility."

"The pope's infallibility is a doctrine that many Catholics accept but others find difficult to understand."

the likelihood of a proposed plan or project being successfully executed

"The committee studied the project's feasibility."

"They conducted a detailed feasibility study before starting the expensive construction project."

to successfully accomplish a goal or manage to do something difficult

"Can you bring off this deal?"

"It was a difficult plan but somehow the team managed to bring it off successfully in the end."

achieving the intended purpose or desired result

"The treatment is efficacious."

"The treatment is efficacious and works for most patients within just a few days."

to meet or exceed the established requirements or expectations in terms of quality, performance, or achievement

"He did not measure up."

"Unfortunately, the new employee did not measure up to the high standards set by the team."

(of a time) ideal for achieving a particular purpose or reaching success

"It was an opportune moment."

"The announcement of the new funding came at an opportune moment for the struggling charity."

to achieve great success beyond expectations and standards, particularly in a way that exhausts one

"She always tries to overachieve."

"The young student always tries to overachieve by studying extra hours and completing more assignments than required for the class."

to attempt to achieve something, particularly a difficult goal

"Shoot for the highest goal."

"You should shoot for a high score on the test by studying every day for at least two weeks."

to successfully overcome challenges or difficulties

"She surmounted every obstacle in her path."

"She faced many obstacles but she managed to surmount all of them through hard work and determination to succeed."

the process of helping something grow, develop, or become more successful

"Furtherance of goals."

"The new initiative is dedicated to the furtherance of scientific research and innovation."

a valued desire or goal that one strongly wishes to achieve

"Her aspiration is to become a doctor."

"Her greatest aspiration is to become a doctor and help under served communities access quality health care."

a consecutive series of repeated actions or behaviors forming a consistent pattern or routine

"There was a streak of dirt on his shirt."

"The team had a long winning streak that lasted for many months last season."

the period during which someone or something is at their best in terms of achieving success or physical state

"This is his prime."

"The athlete was in his prime when he won the championship, performing at peak physical condition."

a part of something that is considered the most prominent or successful

"Reaching the summit was the pinnacle of his career."

"She worked very hard to reach the pinnacle of her profession after many years."

the successful achievement of a goal or plan

"The plan came to fruition."

"After years of hard work, their ambitious project finally came to fruition."

an early achievement paves the way for future progress

"The company gained a foothold."

"This initial success provided a crucial foothold for the company's expansion into new markets."

an enormous project that is part of a for-profit business

"It's a big enterprise."

"Launching the new product line was a risky but potentially lucrative enterprise."

to believe that someone deserves the credit for something

"We accredit him the success."

"Many people accredit the scientist with the groundbreaking discovery that changed our understanding."

to regain health after an illness or become successful again after facing difficulties

"The economy bounces back after a recession."

"The team managed to bounce back from their early season losses and win the championship at the end of the year."

an important discovery or development that helps improve a situation or answer a problem

"The breakthrough changed science"

"The scientific breakthrough changed science by introducing a completely new approach to disease treatment"

to manage to establish a career, reputation, etc. for oneself through hard work and dedication

"She will carve a niche."

"Through sheer determination and hard work, she managed to carve a successful career for herself in a male-dominated field."

to succeed in overcoming a difficult or dangerous situation

"They will come through."

"Despite facing overwhelming odds and extreme danger, the rescue team managed to come through and save all the stranded hikers."

the quality of being realistic and practical rather than ideal or theoretical

"The practicality of the design was questioned."

"We need to consider the practicality of this plan before investing any money or resources into it."

to try as hard as possible to achieve a goal

"Strive to be your best self."

"We should always strive to be better than we were yesterday instead of comparing ourselves to others."

to grow and develop exceptionally well

"These plants thrive in humid environments."

"The plants thrive in the warm humid climate of the greenhouse where they are protected from frost and cold winds."

showing determination and ambition to achieve one's goals

"He is driven."

"The driven young woman worked two jobs while attending university because she was determined to graduate without any student loan debt."

a period during which someone or something reaches their most successful point

"Reached its zenith."

"The Roman Empire reached its zenith during the reign of Trajan controlling more territory than ever before or after in its long history."

to become more successful, important, or powerful that someone or something else in a way that they become unnoticeable

"The new technology eclipsed the old one."

"Her amazing performance in the school play completely eclipsed the efforts of every other actor on the stage that night."