striving
n. uncountable C1 Advanced US //ˈstɹaɪvɪŋ// UK //stɹˈaɪvɪŋ// striv·ing
n. the act of trying very hard to achieve something great or difficult. It describes a long-term effort to reach a high goal.
n. the act of making great efforts to achieve or obtain something. Often associated with teleological or aspirational contexts.
Success comes from constant striving and hard work.
The company's culture is defined by a constant striving for excellence in every department.
Philosophers often debate whether human happiness lies in the achievement of a goal or in the perpetual striving toward an ideal that remains forever out of reach.
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'for' or 'after'.