Cohesion, along with adhesion (attraction between unlike molecules), helps explain phenomena such as meniscus, surface tension and capillary action. Mercury in a glass flask is a good example of the effects of the ratio between cohesive and adhesive forces.
Definition of aspire for English Language Learners : to want to have or achieve something (such as a particular career or level of success) ASPIRE Defined for Kids
To aspire is defined as to desire something or to work toward a goal that you strongly want to reach. For an actor to yearn to work on Broadway is an example of aspire. -Â·piredâ², -Â·pirâ²ing. 1  to be ambitious (to get or do something, esp. something grand); seek (after)  Archaic to rise high; tower.