Mapagadhika (en. Ambitious)
/ma.pa.ga.dhi.ka/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Has goals or aspirations that one wishes to achieve.
He is an ambitious person; therefore, he is always doing something to reach his dreams.
Siya ay isang mapagadhika na tao, kung kaya't palaging may ginagawa upang maabot ang kanyang mga pangarap.
Possessing intense effort to achieve success.
The ambitious and hardworking student reached his academic goals.
Ang mapagadhika at masigasig na mag-aaral ay naabot ang kanyang mga akademikong layunin.
As a person, seeks to rise above the ordinary and achieve more.
Ambitious people often become leaders in their field.
Ang mapagadhika na mga tao ay madalas na nagiging mga lider sa kanilang larangan.
Etymology
The word 'mapagadhika' comes from the root 'adhika' which means 'goal' or 'aspiration'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ambitious in life
refers to a person who has big dreams and goals in life.
mapagadhika sa buhay
ambitious in career
refers to a person who has high aspirations in their profession.
mapagadhika sa karera
Related Words
goal
An aim or aspiration, may refer to an ambition or desire to achieve a specific thing.
adhika
effort
The active pursuit of steps to achieve goals.
pagsisikap
Slang Meanings
rebellious
Rebellious people often become leaders in change.
Ang mga mapagadhikang tao ay kadalasang nagiging lider sa pagbabago.
creative
Her style in art is unique; she's really creative.
Kakaiba ang estilo niya sa sining, talagang mapagadhika siya.
strategic thinker
You need a strategic mindset to succeed in this battle.
Kailangan mo ng mapagadhikang isip para mapagtagumpayan ang laban na ito.