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 want to achieve something or to be successful, especially in your career aspire to: She aspires to nothing less than the chairmanship of the company. aspire to be/do something: a number of film students who aspire to be documentary makers. Synonyms and related words. To want something:want, wish, hope...