1. to succeed in achieving or reaching something, especially after effort
2. to arrive at or reach a particular age, size, or level

Examples

• She worked hard to attain her goal of becoming a doctor.
• The company hopes to attain a 20% increase in sales this year.
• He finally attained the rank of captain after years of service.
• The tree can attain a height of 50 feet when fully grown.
• Students must attain a passing grade to move to the next level.
• The athlete trained daily to attain peak physical condition.
• It took her three attempts to attain her driver’s license.