Ambicioso
Example: Ella es una empresaria ambiciosa que siempre busca nuevos retos.
Definition
"Ambicioso" describes a person who has a strong desire to achieve success, power, or wealth, often through determined effort and persistence. It reflects a mindset focused on setting and accomplishing significant goals, as in the phrase 'She is an ambitious businesswoman who always seeks new challenges.'
Etymology
The word "ambicioso" comes from the Latin word 'ambitiosus,' which derives from 'ambitio,' meaning 'a going around' or 'courting of votes.' Originally related to political campaigning, it evolved to describe a person eager for favor or advancement. Did you know? The Latin root 'amb-' means 'around,' highlighting the idea of someone going around seeking support.
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"Ambicioso" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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