aspiration — a hope or ambition of achieving something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a hope or ambition of achieving something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌæspəˈreɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's aspiration was to see her grandson become a doctor, but I became a professional gamer instead.
- The young entrepreneur's aspiration to revolutionize the tech industry drives her to work 16 hours a day.
- His only aspiration in college was to graduate without his parents finding out about his gaming addiction.
aspiration
NOUN[/ˌæspəˈreɪʃən/]
a hope or ambition of achieving something
A young ballerina watches the prima donna, her aspiration burning bright in her eyes.
Attending her dream university was her greatest aspiration. (⭐ Dream + ⬆️ Aim High → Aspiration)
Her aspiration led to skill acquisition and earned everyone's admiration.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'aspirare' meaning 'to breathe toward' or 'to desire', composed of 'ad-' (to) and 'spirare' (to breathe). The word evolved to mean a longing or ambition.
Breakdown
ad- (to) + spirare (breathe) + -tion (noun suffix) = aspiration
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's aspiration was to see her grandson become a doctor, but I became a professional gamer instead.”
“The young entrepreneur's aspiration to revolutionize the tech industry drives her to work 16 hours a day.”
“His only aspiration in college was to graduate without his parents finding out about his gaming addiction.”
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