1. Does the use of the word 'successful' make sense in a context like this:
"Having a successful pregnancy at age 45 is really prowess."
Note: By 'successful', I mean a normal pregnancy and delivery.
2. And does the word 'deed' make sense in a context like this:
"Having a successful pregnancy at age 45 is a real deed."
Note: By 'deed', I mean a great achievement.
The word successful makes sense in your first sentence. The word prowess, however, does not. Prowess is used to refer to "bravery and valour" when doing something, and is mostly used when describing combat.
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The word successful makes sense in your first sentence. The word prowess, however, does not. Prowess is used to refer to "bravery and valour" when doing something, and is mostly used when describing combat. An example sentence for prowess would be "The knight fought with great prowess."
In your second sentence, deed does not make sense. "Having a successful pregnancy at age 4
1. Does the use of the word 'successful' make sense in a context like this:
"Having a successful pregnancy at age 45 is really prowess."Yes, but he word 'prowess' is not natural. Try to find another. eg an accomplishment.Note: By 'successful', I mean a normal pregnancy and delivery.
2. And does the word 'deed' make sense in a context like this: