ambition (Meaning)
ambition (n)
a cherished desire
a strong drive for success
ambition (v)
have as one's ambition
ambition (n.)
The act of going about to solicit or obtain an office, or any other object of desire; canvassing.
An eager, and sometimes an inordinate, desire for preferment, honor, superiority, power, or the attainment of something.
ambition (v. t.)
To seek after ambitiously or eagerly; to covet.
Synonyms & Antonyms of ambition
ambition Sentence Examples
- Sarah's ambition to become a successful entrepreneur fueled her tireless work ethic and determination.
- Despite facing numerous challenges, John never wavered in pursuing his ambition to become a renowned scientist.
- His lifelong ambition was to travel the world and experience diverse cultures.
- From a young age, Maya harbored the ambition to make a positive impact on society through her philanthropic efforts.
- James's ambition to excel in his career led him to pursue advanced degrees and certifications.
- The athlete's ultimate ambition was to represent his country in the Olympics and win a gold medal.
- With unwavering ambition, Emily embarked on a journey to climb the highest peaks on every continent.
- The author's literary ambition extended beyond writing novels; she also aspired to contribute insightful essays on societal issues.
- Tom's ambition to lead his team to victory motivated him to consistently push his own limits in sports.
- Despite facing setbacks, Mark remained undeterred in his ambition to establish a groundbreaking technology startup.
FAQs About the word ambition
a cherished desire, a strong drive for success, have as one's ambitionThe act of going about to solicit or obtain an office, or any other object of desire; canv
determination, opportunism, greed, competitiveness, ambitiousness, motivation,aspiration, energy, initiative, hustle
apathy, unconcern, indifference, unconcern,indifference, apathy, lethargy, idleness, idleness, sloth
Sarah's ambition to become a successful entrepreneur fueled her tireless work ethic and determination.
Despite facing numerous challenges, John never wavered in pursuing his ambition to become a renowned scientist.
His lifelong ambition was to travel the world and experience diverse cultures.
From a young age, Maya harbored the ambition to make a positive impact on society through her philanthropic efforts.
