made it
/meɪd ɪt/
VERB
1. To achieve success or become successful
To achieve one's goals, become successful in a chosen field, or attain a position of recognition, prosperity, or accomplishment through effort and determination.
1.1. Achieving professional or personal success
Used when someone succeeds in a career, business, creative pursuit, or personal ambition after working toward a goal.
Synonyms
- succeeded
- excelled
- flourished
- prospered
- thrived
- throve
- prevailed
- triumphed
- got ahead
- got somewhere
- hit it big
- made good
- made the grade
- cut the mustard
- cut it
Antonyms
- failed
- floundered
- struggled
Examples
- After years of hard work, she finally made it to the top of her field.
- The struggling artist faced rejection but eventually made it with a breakthrough exhibition.
- The young musician dreamt of success and eventually made it with a hit song on the charts.
Related Words
- success
- achievement
- accomplishment
- prosperity
- advancement
- recognition
- ambition
- triumph
- career
- fulfillment
1.2. Reaching a destination or arriving somewhere
Used when someone successfully reaches a particular place, destination, event, or stage of a journey, sometimes despite difficulties or delays.
Synonyms
- arrived
- got there
- reached
Examples
- Despite the heavy traffic, we made it to the airport just in time.
- The hikers made it to the summit before sunset.
Related Words
- arrival
- destination
- journey
- travel
- reaching
- attendance
1.3. Qualifying or performing well enough
Used when someone meets the required standard, succeeds in a competition, or achieves a place in a qualifying stage.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- failed
- fell short
- floundered
Examples
- Despite the challenges, the team persevered and made it to the championship game.
- With determination and focus, he overcame obstacles and made it to the prestigious university.
Related Words
- qualification
- competition
- standard
- requirement
- performance
- eligibility
- achievement