Succeed (verb)

1. To come next after another in an office, dignity, or responsibility.
2. To attain a desired end or object.
3. To be successful in achieving (something).

Origin:

Middle english, from anglo-french suceder, from latin succedere, from sub- + cedere to go, yield.

Examples:

1. He succeeded his father as king.
2. She succeeded in getting the promotion she wanted.
3. He succeeded in his business venture.
4. The team succeeded in winning the championship.
5. The students succeeded in passing the exam.