Synonyms for

Endeavour

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

Definition

Endeavour means to try hard to do or achieve something.

Synonyms & similar words

try effort attempt endeavor strive enterprise attempt strive undertake pursue struggle aim aspire try seek work labor push grind apply labour

Synonyms by register

Formal

undertaking attempt effort striving

Informal

try give it a shot give it a go crack at it

Literary

assay venture exertion

Antonyms

laziness idleness inactivity neglect apathy indifference

Common collocations

  • make an endeavour
  • great endeavour
  • endeavour to succeed
  • endeavour to achieve
  • endeavour to improve
  • noble endeavour
  • fruitful endeavour

Word family

noun endeavour
verb endeavour

Usage note

Often used in more formal contexts to describe a serious or sustained effort. The spelling 'endeavor' is more common in American English.

Example sentences

  1. I will endeavour to learn how to ride a bike.
  2. The scientists will endeavour to find a cure for cancer.
  3. She will endeavour to climb to the top of the mountain.
  4. He will endeavour to become a great soccer player.
  5. They will endeavour to win the championship.

Quotes

  • Endeavour to be faithful, and if there is any beauty in your thought, your style will be beautiful.
  • Endeavour to know thyself.
  • Endeavour to make the most of every opportunity that you have.

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