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aspiring
[/əˈspaɪərɪŋ/]
adjective
aspirante
1.
having ambition to succeed or achieve a particular goal; seeking to become or be recognized as
She is an aspiring actress working in theater productions.
Ela é uma atriz aspirante trabalhando em produções teatrais.
2.
characterized by or showing ambition and a desire to improve
The aspiring entrepreneur launched his first startup at age 25.
O empreendedor aspirante lançou sua primeira startup aos 25 anos.
NYC Slang
up-and-comer
Synonyms
ambitious
hopeful
would-be
budding
emerging
promising
Antonyms
established
experienced
seasoned
veteran
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
aspirante
most commonly used form
São Paulo
aspirante
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
aspirante
standard usage
Portugal
aspirante
standard usage; also 'em ascensão'
Related Idioms & Phrases
reach for the stars
pay your dues
climb the ladder
break into the industry
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