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What is another word for Strive? – 119 Strive Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    struggle endeavor attempt try exert labor toil work grind push drive aspire aim seek pursue chase chafe strain tug heave hustle bustle scramble claw reach stretch strive contend compete vie wrestle grapple

    Meaning of Strive

    According to Merriam-Webster, "strive" means to devote serious effort or energy : endeavor, to struggle in opposition, to contend against an opposing force

    Definitions

    • According to Oxford Dictionary, "strive" means to try very hard to do something, to make an effort to achieve something, to struggle or contend with something

    Example Uses

    • She will strive to complete the project on time, despite the many obstacles in her way.
    • The team will strive to win the championship, and they have been practicing for months.
    • He strives to be the best version of himself, always looking for ways to improve.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    laze idle slack relax unwind Coast glide sail drift float languish loaf lounge dawdle procrastinate delay hesitate falter yield surrender give up abandon relinquish resign

    Related Nouns

    effort endeavor attempt try struggle labor toil work push drive aspiration aim pursuit chase quest mission goal objective target ambition passion dedication

    Related Verbs

    endeavor attempt try exert labor toil work push drive aspire aim seek pursue chase strive contend compete vie wrestle grapple struggle fight

    Related Adjectives

    diligent industrious hardworking diligent persistent determined resolute unwavering unrelenting relentless zealous enthusiastic dedicated passionate committed driven ambitious motivated focused