Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
would-be
adjective
/ˈwʊd.bi/
Definition
A term used to describe someone who aspires to be something but has not yet achieved it.
Examples
- She is a would-be artist looking for her big break.
- The would-be entrepreneur pitched his startup idea to investors.
- Many would-be writers attend workshops to hone their skills.
Meaning
A would-be is a person who wants to be something, often a professional or someone in a specific role.
Synonyms
- aspiring
- wannabe
- hopeful
- prospective
