Ambition

usgb/æmˈbɪʃn/
noun

A strong desire to achieve something.

Her ambition is to become a doctor.
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Often appears as...

  • life's ambition
  • strong ambition
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Intensity Matters

Ambition implies a strong passion; it's more intense than just a casual wish.

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She studies night and day out of ambition to win the scholarship.
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Long-Term Focus

'Ambition' often refers to long-term desires or major life goals, not short-term wants.

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His life's ambition was to write a novel, a dream he pursued for years.
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Positive Energy

Ambition is typically viewed as a positive trait, reflecting motivation and drive.

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Her ambition made her a role model in her community.
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