strives
verbHow many syllables in strives?
There is 1 syllable in the word strives.How to pronounce strives:
Definition of strives:
- strives (verb):
- to make a great effort
- to devote serious effort or energy endeavor
Synonyms for strives:
attempt
bend over backwards
break your neck
bust a gut
compete
contend
digs (away)
do all you can
do your best
do your damnedest
do your utmost
endeavors
endeavour
exert yourself
fight
give it your all
give it your best shot
go all out
go for broke
go for it
hustles
jump through hoops
knock yourself out
labors
labour
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Antonyms for strives:
agrees
discourages
dissuades
forgets
idles
lazes
makes peace
neglects
relaxes
represses
rests
skips
surrenders
yields
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