gelungen
Translation
successful, well-done, accomplished
Examples
Das war ein gelungener Abend.
That was a successful evening.
Ich gratuliere zu dem gelungenen Projekt.
I congratulate you on the successful project.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) + Noun adjective modifying a noun ein gelungener Versuch
Similar Words
Synonyms: erfolgreich, geglückt; Antonyms: misslungen, gescheitert
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'gelingen' (to succeed). The prefix 'ge-' is common for past participles.
Memory Tips
Think of 'lingen' as sounding like 'lingo'. If you speak the lingo well, you are successful. 'gelungen' = successful.