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Ambitions

Verb / æˈmbɪʃʌnz / Another word for ambitions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A strong desire to achieve something or to succeed.

Synonyms & similar words

aspiration dream ambitiousness ambition aspiration goal desire dream hope wish objective aim target purpose intent plan project resolution drive determination passion yearning hunger thirst

Synonyms by register

Formal

aspirations objectives goals aims

Informal

drive go-getter attitude oomph get-up-and-go

Literary

yearnings longings desires

Antonyms

apathy laziness indifference complacency resignation passivity

Common collocations

  • high ambitions
  • cherish ambitions
  • achieve ambitions
  • fulfill ambitions
  • nurture ambitions
  • harbor ambitions
  • crushing ambitions

Word family

noun ambition
adjective ambitious

Usage note

Often used in the plural to refer to a set of goals or desires. Can sometimes carry a negative connotation of being overly eager for success or power.

Example sentences

  1. My ambition is to be a teacher and help children learn.
  2. She has great ambitions to become an astronaut and explore space.
  3. His ambition is to travel around the world and see different cultures.
  4. The company's ambition is to become the leading provider of technology solutions.
  5. Their ambition led them to start their own business and be their own bosses.

Quotes

  • Ambition is enthusiasm with a purpose. - Frank Tyger
  • Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in. - Bill Bradley
  • Ambition is the first step to success. The second step is action. - Unknown

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