功成り名遂げる
こうなりなとげる
expression
to achieve fame and success; to attain distinction; to make a name for oneself
formalevaluation
1.
to achieve fame and success; to attain distinction
Formal or literary expression meaning to accomplish great things and build a lasting reputation. Often used in biographies, formal speeches, and writing about notable achievements.
Even after achieving fame and success, she never forgot her original aspirations.
Formal/literary expression. Composed of 功成り (功 merit/achievement + なり becoming/succeeding) and 名遂げる (名 name/fame + 遂げる to accomplish).
Often appears as 功成り名遂げた (past tense, as a modifier) or 功成り名遂げた後 (after achieving success).