Word of the Day: Ambitious

Nov 22, 2025, 07:30 IST

The word of the day is Ambitious. Develop your vocabulary by learning the meaning, origin, usage, synonyms, and antonyms of the ambitious here.

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Word of the Day: Ambitious

The word of the day is Ambitious. Let us have a quick look at its meaning, origin, usage, synonyms, and antonyms.

Type

Adjective

Meaning of Ambitious

Ambitious refers to someone who has a strong desire to achieve success, reach high goals, or excel in life. It is used to describe people who are driven, determined, and willing to work hard to accomplish their aims.

Ambitious- Origin

The word ambitious comes from the Latin word ambitio, meaning “a desire for honour or advancement.” In English, the term evolved to represent a positive drive for achievement and progress.

Ambitious- Usage

She is an ambitious student who dreams of becoming a doctor.

Their ambitious project aims to transform the entire community.

Ambitious- Synonyms

Driven, determined, aspiring, motivated, goal-oriented

Ambitious- Antonyms

Unmotivated, lazy, indifferent, passive, complacent

Conclusion

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