Definition of Would-be

1. Adjective. Unfulfilled or frustrated in realizing an ambition.

Exact synonyms: Manque
Similar to: Ambitious

Definition of Would-be

1. Adjective. attempting or desiring something ¹

2. Adjective. unfulfilled or frustrated in realizing an ambition ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Would-be

wotted
wottest
wotteth
wotting
wou'd
wou'dn't
wou'dst
wou-wou
wou-wous
woubit
woubits
wough
woul
would
would've
would-be (current term)
would-be(a)
would have liked to
would like
would of
woulda
woulder
woulders
wouldest
woulding
wouldingness
wouldings
wouldja
wouldn't

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