ambitious

/æmˈbɪʃəs/
adjective
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Definition

1

Having a strong desire to succeed and be successful, often by working hard and taking risks

As an ambitious young entrepreneur, she spent long hours building her startup from scratch.

2

Requiring a lot of effort, skill, or resources to achieve, often because it is complex or challenging

The team embarked on an ambitious project to develop a sustainable energy source for the community.

Synonyms

drivenEmphasizes the motivation and determination behind someone's actions aspiringOften used for people who are just starting to work towards their goals enterprisingSuggests a sense of initiative and resourcefulness in pursuing opportunities

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