English Explanatory Dictionary

aspirant

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Someone who aspires (for high office, etc.)
adj
  1. Seeking advancement.
  2. Striving for recognition.

Pronunciation

/ˈæspəɹənt/ /ɐsˈpaɪɹɐnt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-aspirant.wav

Word forms

aspirant aspirants more aspirant most aspirant

Etymology

Borrowed from French aspirant.

Derived words

aspirant nation aspirant nation-state aspirant state nonaspirant
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