Aspiring and Shiftless

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Aspiring adjective - Having a strong desire for personal advancement.

Usage example: an aspiring young pianist eager to win the prestigious competition

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Shiftless is an antonym for aspiring.

Nearby Words: aspiration, aspirant, aspired

Shiftless adjective - Not easily aroused to action or work.

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Aspiring is an antonym for shiftless.

Nearby Word: shifty

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