English · Emotions & Feelings
aspiration
/ˌæs.pəˈreɪ.ʃən/
[/ˌæs.pəˈreɪ.ʃən/]
a strong hope or ambition
Advancednoun
Definition
An aspiration is a strong hope or ambition to achieve something. Speakers connect aspirations to purpose and effort.
Example
Her greatest aspiration was to teach in rural schools.
Her greatest aspiration was to teach in rural schools.
Etymology
From Latin 'aspirare', meaning to breathe upon or aspire to.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks about ambition, goals, and personal dreams.