Cool MateEndeavour
UK /["/ɪnˈdevə(r)/"]/US /["/ɪnˈdevər/"]/
Definition
an attempt to do something, especially something new or difficult
In simple words: To try hard to do something.
Examples
- Their endeavour to improve community health was recognized by the local government.
- She put a lot of effort into the scientific endeavour, and it finally paid off.
- The company's latest endeavour involves developing renewable energy technologies.
- They embarked on a challenging endeavour to climb the highest mountain in the region.
- Despite many obstacles, their endeavour to build a sustainable farm succeeded.
Usage notes
Use 'endeavour' in contexts that require a slightly formal tone; it's often used in writing or speeches. It is less common in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
endeavour + to + verb
Memory hint
Endeavour sounds like 'end eavor'—imagine reaching the end of a challenging effort.
Collocations
- collaborative
- collective
- cooperative
- make
- pursue
- undertake
- in an endeavour
- your best endeavours
- a field of endeavour
- make every endeavour
Synonyms
- attempt
- strive
- try
- labor
- work
Antonyms
- give up
- surrender
- abandon
Common mistakes
- Using 'endeavour' without 'to' when following with a verb.
- Confusing 'endeavour' with 'adventure' because of similar sounds.
- Mixing up the British English spelling 'endeavour' with the American spelling 'endeavor'.