aspiring
aspiring
Definition
as·pir·ing (ə spīr′iŋ)
adjective
striving for or desirous of reaching some (usually lofty) goal
as·pir′·ingly adverb
aspiring
Synonyms
aspiring
modif.
aspiring
Usage Examples
Infinitive complement
- get: Here the current news is good for homeowners, but perhaps less good for those aspiring to get on the housing ladder.
- become: Far too often it stifles the interest and enthusiasm of those aspiring to become local councilors.
- join: This is an introductory guide for those aspiring to join the latter group.
- achieve: Southall: What you should be aspiring to achieve is at least match your existing terms in terms of performance or to increase them.
Modifies a noun
- screenwriter: Therefore, the point is, there are many books out there which may help the aspiring screenwriter.
- filmmaker: The Prince meets aspiring young filmmakers during a visit to the Clwyd Theatr Cymru in Mold.
- headteachers: Support for new or aspiring headteachers The NCSL continues to publish and share material to support new and aspiring headteachers.
- actress: An aspiring young actress finds her staying in her aunt's home.
- entrepreneur: My advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is to know your market.
- chemist: Imagine as an aspiring chemist you have 100 potential drugs you wish to develop.
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