endeavour

British  

/ ɪnˈdɛvə /

verb

1. to try (to do something)

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noun

1. an effort to do or attain something

Other Word Forms

• endeavourer noun

Etymology

Origin of endeavour

C14: endeveren , from _en- ¹ + -deveren from dever duty, from Old French deveir; see _devoirs

Example Sentences

“A huge part of any mining endeavour is the cost of energy, so oil and gas surges will always hurt mining stocks,” Ash said.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

"It's our belief that through artistic endeavour we will see each other more truthfully and more tolerantly," she says.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

He has also said Greenland is essential for his plan to build a Golden Dome defence system, designed to protect the US against missile attacks, and that European allies could co-operate in this endeavour.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

He still sees the sector as worthy of long-term endeavour, and authorities agree.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

“Well!” said Herbert, getting up with a lively shake as if he had been asleep, and stirring the fire, “now I’ll endeavour to make myself agreeable again!”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens