English · Work & Business
endeavor
/ɪnˈdɛv.ər/
[/ɪnˈdɛv.ər/]
an earnest attempt or effort
Advancednoun
Definition
An endeavor is a serious, determined effort to achieve something. Speakers describe great human endeavors.
Example
Space travel is an extraordinary human endeavor.
Space travel is an extraordinary human endeavor.
Etymology
From Middle English 'endeveren', meaning to exert oneself.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for ambitious, serious undertakings.