Aspire (verb)

1. To have a strong desire or ambition to achieve something.
2. To aim or reach towards a particular goal or standard.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin aspirare, from ad- "to" + spirare "breathe".

Examples:

1. He aspired to become a doctor.
2. She aspired to become a famous singer.
3. The company aspires to be a leader in the industry.
4. The young student aspires to attend a prestigious university.
5. He aspired to be a good role model for his children.