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aspirational

/ˌæspəˈɹeɪʃənəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or being an aspirant; having a strong desire to achieve something.

    - "Her aspirational goals included becoming a doctor."
    - "The company is looking for aspirational candidates to join their team."
  • adjective

    Motivated to achieve something, typically a personal goal or ambition.

    - "He was an aspirational speaker, inspiring others to reach for their dreams."
    - "The aspirational artist spent hours perfecting her craft."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˌæspəˈɹeɪʃənəl/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with aspirational
desperational , aspirationally , fraternational , venerational
Variants
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aspirational , aspirationally , aspiration , aspirations
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'aspirare', meaning 'to breathe in, to breathe hard, to huff'. The modern meaning of the word comes from the idea of reaching for something higher, striving for something better.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'aspirational' was first used in English in the 15th century.

  2. The word 'aspirational' comes from the Latin word 'aspirare', which means 'to breathe in, to breathe hard, to huff'.

  3. In psychology, the term 'aspirational level' refers to an individual's ideal level of performance or achievement.


Related Concepts
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  1. Motivation: The drive or force that compels an individual to take action towards achieving a goal. Aspirational individuals are highly motivated to achieve their goals.

  2. Ambition: A strong desire to achieve something, typically requiring determination and hard work. Aspirational individuals are often characterized by their ambition.


Culture
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The term 'aspirational' has been used extensively in literature, art, and music to describe individuals who are motivated by a strong desire to achieve something. In art, aspirational figures are often depicted as heroic and noble, striving to overcome obstacles and reach their goals. In literature, characters who are described as aspirational are often portrayed as determined and resilient, never giving up on their dreams. In music, aspirational themes are common in genres such as pop and rock, where artists sing about their dreams and aspirations for a better life.

How to Memorize "aspirational"

  1. visualize

    - To visualize the word 'aspirational', imagine someone reaching up towards the sky, striving to achieve something higher.

  2. associate

    - To memorize the word 'aspirational', associate it with the idea of reaching for something better, striving for personal growth and achievement.

  3. mnemonics

    - To remember the word 'aspirational', use the mnemonic 'A Seeking Person Inspired Reaches Achievement'.


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