Associations to the word «Wannabe»

Wiktionary

WANNABE, noun. (slang) (derogatory) (often attributive) Someone who wishes to be or do something, but lacks the qualifications or talent; an overeager amateur; an aspirant.

Dictionary definition

WANNABE, noun. An ambitious and aspiring young person; "a lofty aspirant"; "two executive hopefuls joined the firm"; "the audience was full of Madonna wannabes".

Wise words

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