powerful ambition
[ˈpaʊ.ər.fəl æmˈbɪʃ.ən]
noun phrasefemininepl: powerful ambitions / ambições poderosas
ambição poderosa
1. A strong and intense desire to succeed, achieve, or reach a particular goal with considerable force and determination
Her powerful ambition drove her to complete medical school despite numerous obstacles.
Sua ambição poderosa a impulsionou a completar a faculdade de medicina apesar de inúmeros obstáculos.
2. An overwhelming determination to attain success, power, or recognition in one's personal or professional life
With powerful ambition, he founded three successful companies before turning thirty.
Com ambição poderosa, ele fundou três empresas bem-sucedidas antes de fazer trinta anos.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'powerful ambition' is generally viewed positively as a driving force for personal achievement and social mobility. In the USA, it aligns with the 'American Dream' ideology. In Brazil, ambição is often celebrated in professional and entrepreneurial contexts, though excessive ambition may sometimes be viewed with mild skepticism in more traditional or collectivist communities.
NYC Slang
hungry ambition, that go-getter energy, straight-up hustle
Related Idioms & Phrases
reach for the stars
aim high
set one's sights on
have one's eyes on the prize
ir longe (Portuguese: to go far)
ter fome de sucesso (Portuguese: to hunger for success)
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