ambition
/æmˈbɪʃn/
am · bi · tion
/æm · ˈbɪ · ʃn/
English Definition
n. desire for success
Significado en Español
ambición
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tham vọng, hoài bão
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ambi(all around)+tion(noun)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is the best synonym for “ambition”?
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A
Goal
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B
Fear
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C
Weakness
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D
Delay
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A — Goal.
“ambition” means n. desire for success
Common questions about “ambition”
What does “ambition” mean?
ambition — n. desire for success. In Chinese: 雄心，抱负.
How do you pronounce “ambition”?
ambition is pronounced /æmˈbɪʃn/. It breaks into 3 syllables: am · bi · tion.
Is “ambition” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. ambition appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “ambition”?
ambi(all around)+tion(noun)
