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Meaning of strived
The primary meaning of the word "strived" is to devote serious effort or energy towards achieving something.
Etymology of strived
The word "strived" is the past tense of the verb "strive", which originated from Old English "strīvan", meaning "to struggle, contend", and is related to the Old Norse word "strīða", also meaning "to struggle" or "to strive".
Synonyms
tried
endeavored
attempted
exerted
struggled
endeavoured
labored
toiled
worked
strove
aspired
sought
pursued
aimed
endeavoured to
made an effort
put in effort
took pains
made an attempt
went for
reached for
reached out for
made an endeavor
did one's best
gave it a shot
gave it a go
gave it one's all
did one's utmost
pulled out all the stops
gave it a try
had a go
had a shot
made a bid
made a stab
took a stab
Definitions
- Made an effort or attempts to achieve something
- Devoted serious effort or energy towards achieving something
- Tried very hard to do something, even if it is difficult
Usage Examples
- She strived to complete the project on time, but unfortunately, it was delayed.
- He strived for perfection in every aspect of his work, which earned him a lot of respect.
- The team strived to win the championship, but they lost in the final match.