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Definitions

aspiration

[as-puh-rey-shuhn] / ˌæs pəˈreɪ ʃən /
NOUN
goal, hope
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aim ambition desire dream eagerness endeavor inclination longing objective passion wish yearning
STRONG
ambitiousness craving direction hankering object pursuit push urge vocation work
WEAK
fire in the belly right stuff
Antonyms
STRONGEST
apathy dislike hate hatred indifference laziness
STRONG
entertainment fun pastime

Example Sentences

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That long-term aspiration is paired with emergency measures such as increased coal burning and fuel rationing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“Our aspiration is to win the championship. Our goal is to make the playoffs,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2026

A spokesperson for the UK government said it "inherited" the student loan system and was "committed to supporting the aspiration of anyone who can and wants to attend higher education".

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

The goal isn’t to limit enjoyment, but to ensure that spending reflects actual use rather than aspiration.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 18, 2026

I couldn’t know one way or another, but I also couldn’t bring myself to stand in the way of his aspiration, that thing always tugging at him to try for more.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama