Word of the Day: ASPIRATION

Ardent aim or ambition

aspiration (noun) - a strong longing, desire, or intent to achieve something impressive or difficult; the act of drawing air in or liquid out [as-puh-rey-shuhn]

BREAKDOWN: A- (to) + SPIR- (to breathe) + -ATION (process of)

• aspirational means of, pertaining to, or inspiring an intense desire for achievement

• aspire means to seek or strive towards a high level of achievement or success

"Achievement is largely the product of steadily raising one's level of aspiration and expectation." —Jack Nicklaus