Synonyms for

Endeavor

Verb / ɪˈndevɜ: / Another word for endeavor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to try very hard to do something

Synonyms & similar words

try effort attempt endeavour strive enterprise attempt strive try undertake aspire aim venture pursue seek work labor toil sweat strain exert fight push plunge dare ambition

Synonyms by register

Formal

undertaking effort attempt pursuit

Informal

try go for it give it a shot

Literary

strive venture essay

Antonyms

idleness laziness inactivity neglect apathy ease rest

Common collocations

  • great endeavor
  • difficult endeavor
  • noble endeavor
  • joint endeavor
  • successful endeavor
  • future endeavor
  • personal endeavor

Word family

noun endeavor
verb endeavor

Usage note

Primarily used as a noun to describe a serious or determined attempt to achieve something. As a verb, it is more formal than 'try'.

Example sentences

  1. I will endeavor to finish my homework on time.
  2. She endeavors to be kind to everyone.
  3. The scientists are endeavoring to find a cure for the disease.
  4. He endeavored to climb the mountain.
  5. The company is endeavoring to improve its customer service.

Quotes

  • Endeavor to be always patient of the faults and imperfections of others; for thou hast many faults and imperfections of thine own.
  • Endeavor to be wise when thou canst not be merry, but do not pretend to be merry because thou canst not be wise.
  • Endeavor to be first in your particular branch of labor; and competent knowledge shall place you there.

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