1. achieved a desired aim or result
2. came after and took the place of someone in a position

Examples

• She succeeded in passing the difficult exam.
• The new treatment succeeded where others had failed.
• He succeeded his father as company president.
• The queen succeeded to the throne at age 25.
• After many attempts, they finally succeeded in climbing the mountain.
• The peace talks succeeded beyond everyone’s expectations.
• Who succeeded Lincoln as president?