Milestone
noun
/ˈmaɪlstoʊn/
A milestone is a special event that is important in someone's life, like learning to ride a bike or having a birthday. It shows how much they have grown or achieved.
Examples
- Getting my first bike was a big milestone for me.
- Today is a milestone because I learned to tie my shoes!
- My birthday party was a special milestone with all my friends.
Synonyms
event
achievement
landmark
step
goal
marker
Antonyms
failure
setback
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