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Synonyms & Similar Words
driven
motivated
determined
eager
enthusiastic
dedicated
passionate
zealous
fervent
keen
energetic
enterprising
adventurous
bold
daring
confident
aggressive
forceful
powerhouse
go-getter
high-reaching
striving
pushing
progressive
pioneering
innovative
visionary
purposeful
resolute
unwavering
unrelenting
relentless
assiduous
indefatigable
untiring
unflagging
Meaning of Ambitious
Having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something, typically requiring a lot of effort and determination.
Definitions
- Having or showing a strong desire to succeed or achieve something, typically requiring a lot of effort and determination
- Having a desire to achieve something, especially a desire to succeed or become well-known
- Having a strong and energetic desire to achieve something, often used to describe someone who is driven to succeed
Etymology of Ambitious
The word "ambitious" comes from the Latin word "ambitiosus", meaning "covetous, greedy", which is derived from "ambire", meaning "to go around, especially in a circle", and the suffix "-iosus", forming an adjective
Historically, the word "ambitious" was first used in the 15th century to describe someone who is driven by a strong desire for power, fame, or success
Example Uses
- She is an ambitious young professional who is determined to climb the corporate ladder.
- He has always been ambitious, with a strong desire to start his own business and become a successful entrepreneur.
- The ambitious plan to build a new stadium was met with skepticism by the local community.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
apathetic
lethargic
indifferent
lazy
lackadaisical
unenthusiastic
unmotivated
uninterested
unambitious
complacent
content
satisfied
laid-back
relaxed
easygoing
casual
half-hearted
lukewarm
tepid
unadventurous
cautious
hesitant
timid
fearful
unconfident