aspire

Definition

To have a strong desire or ambition to achieve something.

Etymology

From Middle English aspiren, from Old French aspirer, from Latin aspīrō (“breathe on; approach; desire”).

Example Sentences

• "to aspire to / for / after / to do something; to aspire that something happens"
• "He aspires to become a successful doctor."
• "We aspire that the world will be a better place."

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