strive implies great exertion against great difficulty and specifically suggests persistent effort.

STRIVE definition: 1. to try very hard to do something or to make something happen, especially for a long time or…. Learn more.

To strive is to endeavor, reach, or strain for something above or beyond. We strive for self-improvement, a better world, or success in general.

Strive definition: to exert oneself vigorously; try hard.. See examples of STRIVE used in a sentence.

If you strive to do something or strive for something, you make a great effort to do it or get it. He strives hard to keep himself very fit. [VERB to-infinitive] She strove to read the name on the …

Jun 24, 2025 · To try to achieve a result; to make strenuous effort; to try earnestly and persistently. He strove to excel. We strive for the truth. Though the writer has striven to dwell …

Definition of strive verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. To exert much effort or energy; endeavor. 2. To struggle or fight forcefully; contend: strive against injustice.

strive /straɪv/ v., strove /stroʊv/ or strived, striv•en /ˈstrɪvən/ or strived, striv•ing. to try hard: [~ + for + object] to strive for success. [~ + to + verb] What makes him strive to do so well?

Strive definition: To exert much effort or energy; endeavor.