· put in effect; "carry out a task"; "execute the decision of the people"; "He actioned the operation"
Synonym(s): carry_through, execute, carry_out, action, fulfill, fulfil
Hypernym(s): complete, finish, effect, effectuate, set_up
· to gain with effort; "she achieved her goal despite setbacks"
Synonym(s): achieve, attain, reach
Hypernym(s): succeed, win, come_through, bring_home_the_bacon, deliver_the_goods