Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
striven
verb
/ˈstrɪv.ən/
Definition
To have made a great effort to achieve or obtain something.
Examples
- She has striven to become the best athlete in her class.
- They have striven for equality in their community.
- He has striven against all odds to complete his education.
Meaning
Striven refers to the past participle of ‘strive’, which means to exert oneself vigorously or to struggle to achieve a goal.
Synonyms
- endeavored
- attempted
- struggled
- worked hard
- labored
