English dictionary
ambition
/&/m'b/I//S//@/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a cherished desire
ExamplesHis ambition is to own his own business.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a strong drive for success
Synonyms ambitiousnessSource: WordNet 3.0
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The act of going about to solicit or obtain an office, or any other object of desire; canvassing.
Source: webster1913
verb
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have as one's ambition
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To seek after ambitiously or eagerly; to covet.
Source: webster1913