A strong desire or ambition to achieve something significant; a goal or dream that motivates someone to work toward a particular outcome.
From Latin 'aspiratio' meaning 'a breathing upon' or 'inspiration,' from 'aspirare' (to breathe upon, reach toward). The metaphor connects physical breathing with spiritual or intellectual reaching toward goals. The modern meaning developed in the 17th century.
Think of aspiration as 'breathing toward' your dreams - just as you need to breathe to live, you need aspirations to truly thrive. Your aspirations are the goals that give your life direction and purpose!
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