L'ambició
Example: L'ambició desmesurada sovint porta a decisions equivocades.
Definition
"L'ambició" refers to a strong desire or drive to achieve success, power, or a particular goal, often motivating individuals to work hard and strive for advancement. It can sometimes lead to excessive or reckless decisions when unchecked.
Etymology
The word "l'ambició" comes from the Latin word 'ambitio,' meaning 'a going around' or 'a striving for favor.' Originally, it referred to the act of seeking political office by canvassing support. Over time, it evolved to mean a general strong desire for success or achievement.
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"L'ambició" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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