ambitious

B1
Pronunciation
/æmˈbɪʃ.əs/
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

(of a person or their character) Having or showing ambition; wanting a lot of power, honor, respect, superiority, or other distinction.

Example Sentences
  • an ambitious person
2 Definition

(followed by "of" or the infinitive) Very desirous

3 Definition

Resulting from, characterized by, or indicating, ambition

Synonyms
aspiring showy
Example Sentences
  • an ambitious attempt to take power
4 Definition

Hard to achieve.