strove

/stɔːv/

Definitions

1. verb

to strive or make a strong effort to achieve something

“She strove to excel in her studies and become a top student.”

2. noun

a past tense of strive, to strive or make a strong effort to achieve something

“After years of striving, she finally achieved her goal.”

3. noun

a past tense of strive, a strong or determined effort to achieve something

“Her striving for success drove her to work long hours.”

Synonyms

  • attempted
  • endeavored
  • strived
  • struggled

Antonyms

  • abandoned
  • failed
  • quit