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strive
verb
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How to pronounce strive:

Definition of strive:

strive (verb):
to make a great effort
to devote serious effort or energy endeavor

Synonyms for strive:

assay
attempt
be at pains
buck
endeavor
endeavour
essay
seek
take pains
try

Antonyms for strive:

agree
avoid
be lazy
be oblivious to
brush off
bypass
calm
close your eyes to
conceal
cover
destroy
discourage
disregard
dissuade
dodge
energise
energize
evade
fill
flout
forget
hesitate
hide
idle
ignore
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