hacked it
/hækt ɪt/
VERB
1. Succeeded in doing something
Managed to accomplish something successfully, especially a difficult task or challenge.
1.1. Successfully completing a task or challenge
Used informally to describe managing to do something successfully or overcoming a difficult challenge.
Synonyms
- succeeded
- managed it
- made it
- made the grade
- cut it
- cut the mustard
- prevailed
- triumphed
- won
Antonyms
- failed
- floundered
- struggled
Examples
- She faced the challenging obstacle course and hacked it with determination.
- Despite the complex problem, the team collaborated and hacked it together.
Related Words
- accomplished
- achieved
- attained
- completed
- overcame
- performed
1.2. Achieving success or becoming prosperous
Used to describe achieving professional or personal success, making progress, or reaching a position of prosperity.
Synonyms
- flourished
- thrived
- throve
- prospered
- excelled
- got ahead
- got somewhere
- hit it big
Antonyms
- failed
- floundered
- struggled
Examples
- After years of hard work, she finally hacked it in the music industry.
- The young entrepreneur hacked it after launching a successful business.
Related Words
- succeeded
- prosperity
- advancement
- achievement
- triumph
1.3. Reaching a desired goal or destination
Used informally to indicate that someone has reached a goal, attained a desired position, or successfully arrived at a destination.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- failed
- floundered
- struggled
Examples
- After months of preparation, she finally hacked it to the final round.
- The team hacked it to the championship after a difficult season.
Related Words
- reached
- accomplished
- fulfilled
- completed
- realized