Endeavor
ɪnˈdevər
Definitions
2 meaningsTo attempt to achieve a desired end or state.
ɪnˈdevər
To try hard to achieve something or reach a goal.
The students endeavored to complete the project on time.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're trying to build a really cool LEGO castle. Endeavor is when you work super hard, trying different ways, to make the castle awesome! Like, you endeavor to find the perfect pieces!
👶 For kids: To try very hard to do something.
More Examples
Despite the challenges, they endeavored to succeed.
We will endeavor to provide excellent customer service.
How It's Used
"She endeavored to climb the mountain, despite the difficult conditions."
"The company is endeavoring to increase its market share."
A serious attempt or effort.
ɪnˈdevər
An attempt to achieve a goal or something new.
Building the bridge was a complex endeavor.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're baking a cake for your friend's birthday. The cake is your endeavor! It's the whole project of mixing, baking, and decorating – everything you're trying to accomplish.
👶 For kids: A big try or a project.
More Examples
The charity's fundraising campaign was a worthy endeavor.
Starting a new business is often a risky endeavor.
How It's Used
"The new business venture was a significant endeavor."
"The research project was a collaborative endeavor."
From Middle English *endeveren*, from Old French *enseverer* (“to exert oneself”), from *en-* (from Latin *in-*, “in, on”) + *dever* (“duty, task”).
Used widely in Victorian literature and formal writings.
Memory tip
Think of END-door, you try hard to get through the door.
Word Origin
"to exert oneself"