made good

/meɪd ɡʊd/

VERB

1. To succeed or achieve something

To become successful, achieve a desired result, or perform well after making an effort, overcoming difficulties, or pursuing a goal.

Used when someone succeeds in a career, business, competition, or other pursuit and establishes a successful position.

Despite the initial setbacks, the entrepreneur persevered and eventually made good in the competitive market.
The actor struggled in the beginning but later made good with a breakthrough role in a blockbuster movie.
With determination and hard work, she made good in her chosen profession.

Used when someone honors a commitment, keeps a promise, meets an obligation, or delivers what they have agreed to do.

The athlete trained hard and made good on his promise to break the record.
The contractor made good on the agreement by completing the renovation on time.
She made good on her commitment to support the local community.

VERB

To bring an intention, ambition, plan, or dream into actual existence through action or achievement.

Used when someone successfully turns a personal ambition, intention, or plan into reality.

She doubted her abilities, but with determination, she made good on her dream of starting her own business.
The team made good on its ambitious plan to launch the product before the deadline.
He worked for years to make good on his ambition to become an architect.