aspiration
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A strong hope or ambition to achieve something.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Which word fits the gap? "Her _____ since childhood was to become a marine biologist."
Answer: aspiration
In your own words, what does "aspiration" mean?
A strong hope or ambition to achieve something.
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