unchecked ambition

language: de

definitions

  1. A strong, intense desire for power, success, or distinction that is not moderated by moral principles, caution, or social responsibility, often leading to harmful consequences.
    de: Ungebremster Ehrgeiz

examples

  1. His unchecked ambition eventually led to his downfall and the ruin of his company.

    Sein ungebremster Ehrgeiz führte schließlich zu seinem Sturz und dem Ruin seines Unternehmens.