Followed by of (also for, formerly †after). A strong desire for something advantageous, highly valued, or indicative of success or achievement. In p…

Ambition; ambitious nature.

A desire to obtain something, earnest pursuit; an aiming at or striving after. With of. Obsolete.

Aspiration.

Aspiration, steadfast upward desire, longing.

Love of or aspiration to honour.

Ambition.

Aspiring, aspiration, steadfast upward desire.

The action of aspiring; steadfast desire or longing for something above one.

An aspiration; an ardent wish or desire. Obsolete.

figurative and in figurative context. Spiritual or mental agitation likened to gasping or panting; (with for, after) breathless eagerness or…

An aspiration; a longing or yearning; a steadfast desire. Frequently with after, indicating the object of longing, esp. in a breathing after God…

The quality of being driven; determination; ambition.