Meaning & Definition of word "Endeavor"
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Endeavor
/ɪnˈdɛvər/
noun:
- 1. An attempt to achieve a goal.
- Example: His endeavor to start a new business was met with many challenges.
- 2. A serious or strenuous effort.
- Example: The company's endeavor to reduce carbon emissions is commendable.
- 3. A venture or undertaking.
- Example: The scientific endeavor resulted in several groundbreaking discoveries.
verb:
- 1. To try hard to achieve something.
- Example: She endeavored to improve her grades by studying every evening.
- 2. To attempt or strive.
- Example: They endeavored to find a solution to the problem.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French 'endever', based on Latin 'in-' (in) + 'devorare' (to consume), meaning 'to put into action'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in endeavor:
while making an effort to achieve something.
endeavor to:
make an attempt to.
to pursue an endeavor:
to actively work on a goal or project.
Related Words
strive:
to make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.
aspire:
to direct one's hopes or ambitions toward achieving something.
Slang Meanings of endeavor
Meaning: To give it a shot.
Example Sentence: I'm going to endeavor to finish this project by Friday, just give it a shot.
Meaning: Going all in.
Example Sentence: She decided to endeavor all in for her new business venture.