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aspire
[ uh-spahyuhr ]
verb (used without object)
- to long, aim, or seek ambitiously; be eagerly desirous, especially for something great or of high value (usually followed by to, after, or an infinitive):
to aspire after literary immortality; to aspire to be a doctor.
Synonyms:
- Archaic. to rise up; soar; mount; tower.
aspire
/ əˈ貹ɪə /
verb
- usually foll byto or after to yearn (for) or have a powerful or ambitious plan, desire, or hope (to do or be something)
to aspire to be a great leader
- to rise to a great height
Derived Forms
- ˈ辱Բ, adjective
- ˈ辱, noun
Other Word Forms
- ·辱İ noun
- ·辱iԲ· adverb
- ԴDza·辱iԲ adjective
- ܲa·辱iԲ adjective
- un·辱iԲ· adverb
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of aspire1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
“Over her 45-year career, Lar left an unforgettable mark on Hollywood through her dynamic performances and dedication to mentoring aspiring actors,” the statement said.
In recent years he has repositioned himself as a right-wing commentator, activist and aspiring politician.
“I appeal to the warring parties: Call a ceasefire, release the hostages and come to the aid of a starving people that aspires to a future of peace!”
He cited the violent allegations against Henley, including the murder of an aspiring rapper, and what he called “a lot of evidence of obstruction of justice.”
Magistrate Judge A. Joel Richlin cited the violent allegations against him, including the murder of an aspiring rapper, and what he called, “a lot of evidence of obstruction of justice.”
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