strive

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strive

(verb)

Meaning

to make great efforts to achieve something

Example

"To excel in her studies, Maria must strive for excellence every day."

Synonyms

endeavorattemptstruggle

Antonyms

neglectsurrender

More about this word

Word origin
From Old French 'estriver', meaning to contend or fight.
Related word forms
  • verb: strived
  • noun: strife

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