endeavor
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a serious and determined effort to achieve something.
n.a sincere and industrious attempt to accomplish a specific goal or task.
Simple“The space program was a massive scientific endeavor that took years of planning.”
In context“The restoration of the ancient cathedral was a collaborative endeavor involving historians, architects, and local craftsmen.”
SynonymsAntonymsinactivityidleness - 02 C1 Advanced
v.to try very hard to do something.
v.to exert oneself with purpose; to make a strenuous effort to achieve an objective.
Simple“We will endeavor to finish the project before the deadline.”
In context“The diplomat promised to endeavor to resolve the conflict through peaceful negotiations despite the rising tensions.”
UsageOften followed by an infinitive ('to' + verb).
Teacher's tipThis verb is much more formal than 'try' or 'attempt'; it is best reserved for professional or academic writing.
“He decided to create a network of agents, ensuring that one lost link wouldn’t doom the entire endeavor to failure.”
“Reid Wiseman also said he'd had very honest conversations with his two daughters about the dangers involved with this endeavour.”