English · Emotions & Feelings
ambition
æmˈbɪʃən
[æmˈbɪʃən]
a strong desire to achieve
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A powerful wish to be successful or to reach a goal.
Example
His ambition was to start his own company.
His ambition was to start his own company.
Etymology
From Latin 'ambitio' meaning 'a going around, striving for favour'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names both a personal goal and a general drive to succeed.