zielstrebig

determined

adjective TSEEL-shtray-bikh Rare

Origin: from Ziel (goal) and streben (to strive)

Also means

purposeful

Usage Note

zielstrebig describes someone who pursues goals with focused ambition. It is a common compliment in job references, as in zielstrebiges Arbeiten. The noun is Zielstrebigkeit.

Examples

"Zielstrebig arbeitete sie auf ihre Beförderung hin."

Natural Translation

She worked determinedly toward her promotion.

Literal Translation

Determinedly worked she on her promotion toward.

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