Word Meaning

strive definition and meaning

v. i. To make efforts; to use exertions; to endeavor with earnestness; to labor hard.
v. i. To struggle in opposition; to be in contention or dispute; to contend; to contest; -- followed by against or with before the person or thing opposed; as, strive against temptation; strive for the truth.
v. i. To vie; to compete; to be a rival.
n. An effort; a striving.
n. Strife; contention.

Crossword clues for strive

- Endeavour
- Endeavour to loosen rivets
- Make great effort
- Make great efforts
- struggle vigorously
- Try hard
- Try very hard