as in goals
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
his ambition is to study international business, then get a job overseas
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of ambitions
The acreage also left room for additional ambitions, with the listing pointing to practical extras like an oversized three-car garage, space for a shop or barn, and the potential for horses.
—
David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
If that's the case, that sobering development would be a critical blow to NASA and its ambitions of establishing a foothold on the moon.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 29 May 2026
After years of resentment and collateral damage, Cassie and Lexi finally make peace and get the hell out of Dodge—each pursuing her own artistic ambitions, but no longer trapped by the same family dysfunction and exploitative professional settings.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 29 May 2026
Amazon's satellite ambitions hit a potential snag after Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded Thursday night during a launch test at Cape Canaveral, Florida.
—Paulina Likos,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Europe bolsters military alliances over Russia fears Mounting concern in Europe over Russia’s military ambitions — and a lack of confidence in US support — is driving new defense alliances across the continent.
—semafor.com, 29 May 2026
Frankly, his ambitions are modest, and this sits well with us.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Despite all this, and despite having been jilted by her fiancé shortly after her father’s demise, the young woman remained undeterred in her ambitions.
—Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
Trump’s ambitions for the sector have collided with the fears of voters over the impact of the technology on American life, jobs and electricity bills.
—Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
If that's the case, that sobering development would be a critical blow to NASA and its ambitions of establishing a foothold on the moon.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 29 May 2026
After years of resentment and collateral damage, Cassie and Lexi finally make peace and get the hell out of Dodge—each pursuing her own artistic ambitions, but no longer trapped by the same family dysfunction and exploitative professional settings.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 29 May 2026
Amazon's satellite ambitions hit a potential snag after Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded Thursday night during a launch test at Cape Canaveral, Florida.
—Paulina Likos,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 29 May 2026
Europe bolsters military alliances over Russia fears Mounting concern in Europe over Russia’s military ambitions — and a lack of confidence in US support — is driving new defense alliances across the continent.
—semafor.com, 29 May 2026
Frankly, his ambitions are modest, and this sits well with us.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Despite all this, and despite having been jilted by her fiancé shortly after her father’s demise, the young woman remained undeterred in her ambitions.
—Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
Trump’s ambitions for the sector have collided with the fears of voters over the impact of the technology on American life, jobs and electricity bills.
—Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambitions
Noun
-
Both of those goals were assisted on by Jalen Chatfield.—
Matt Reigle,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
-
Miami leads the league with 39 goals, but the defense continues to be vulnerable, with 28 goals allowed.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
Noun
-
And Patriot Front has plans to keep growing – fast.—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
-
According to News 12, the 43-year-old reality star told VUE Magazine about his plans to enter the political sphere at their spring edition party on Thursday night.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
Noun
-
While there is nothing particularly Jordanian about the design, the interiors serve multiple purposes for visiting business travelers and tourists.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
-
Ryan Josue Rojas, 20, of Herriman, Utah, was arraigned Sunday on one count of accosting a minor for immoral purposes, Michigan State Police said.—
Joseph Buczek,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Noun
-
Gordon is a keen chess player, has been known to write down his short- and long-term aims in a journal and keeps himself in great shape away from football.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
-
The industry at large aims to dig itself out of a nearly four-year malaise amid wider weakness in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
Noun
-
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has announced a raft of landmark rule changes that will come into force ahead of this summer’s World Cup, with the overarching objectives being to tackle discrimination, cut time-wasting, increase match tempo and improve fan and player experience.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
-
Fifth, it must be tied to clear diplomatic objectives.—
David A. Deptula,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
-
OpenAI and Anthropic have also announced their intentions to go public later this year.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
-
As of now, Vance has not formally announced his intentions to run for president in 2028.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Noun
-
While Breez grew up immersed in South Florida boating culture, Gone became interested in what the lifestyle brand reveals about broader ideas of belonging and the balance of power.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
-
Ongoing facilities master planning that focuses on capital investments and integrates community ideas into the future of existing buildings can minimize disruptions and build trust with communities affected.—
Julia McWilliams,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
Noun
-
Harriette Cole is a lifestylist and founder of DREAMLEAPERS, an initiative to help people access and activate their dreams.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
1 June 2026
-
Samuel's mother, Nishae Samuel, previously described her son as cheerful and outgoing, with dreams of starting his own clothing line.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Ambitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambitions. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
