ambitionlessly
|am-bi-tion-less-ly|
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/æmˈbɪʃənləsli/
(ambitionless)
lacking ambition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambitionlessly' originates from the English word 'ambitionless,' with the suffix '-ly' added to form an adverb.
Historical Evolution
'Ambitionless' evolved from the Latin word 'ambitio,' meaning 'a going around (to solicit votes),' and the suffix '-less' indicating 'without.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'ambitionless' meant 'without ambition,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner lacking ambition or drive.
He lived ambitionlessly, content with the simple pleasures of life.
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Last updated: 2025/07/10 10:06