aspiration
Translation
ambition, hope, goal, inhalation
Examples
His main aspiration was to become a doctor.
His main aspiration was to become a doctor.
She has political aspirations.
She has political aspirations.
The aspiration of dust can cause lung problems.
The aspiration of dust can cause lung problems.
Grammar Patterns
((an aspiration)) ((for sth. / to-inf)) a strong desire for (sth.) / to do (sth.) He has an aspiration to travel the world.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ambition, goal, dream, desire
Etymology
From Latin 'aspirare' (to breathe upon, to desire), from 'ad-' (to) + 'spirare' (to breathe).
Memory Tips
Think of 'aspiring' to a goal, like breathing in the air of success.