Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

qualified-success

noun

/ˈkwäləˌfīd səkˈsəs/

Definition

An achievement that meets certain criteria or standards but may not be considered complete or unconditional success.

Examples

Despite the qualified-success of the project, the team received mixed feedback.
Winning second place in the competition was a qualified-success for her, as she had aimed for first.
His promotion was a qualified-success; he was thrilled to advance but felt insufficiently prepared for the new role.

Meaning

Qualified success refers to a level of success that has conditions attached to it, meaning it might be acknowledged but isn’t fully embraced as ideal or perfect.