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STRIVES

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Strives.

Strives - as a verb

Attempt by employing effort

Example: "We endeavor to make our customers happy"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endeavorendeavour
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assayattemptessayseektry
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

To exert much effort or energy

Example: "Straining our ears to hear"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reachstrain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
drivelaborlabourpushtug
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Strives - as a noun

Striving; earnest endeavor; hard work.

Exertion or contention for superiority, either by physical or intellectual means.

Bitter conflict, sometimes violent.

A trouble of any kind.

That which is contended against; occasion of contest.

Example Sentences

"He strives to be the best in his field."
"She strives for excellence in everything she does."
"The company strives to provide top-notch customer service."
"He strives to improve his skills every day."
"The team strives to win every game."
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Word Game Points

Is STRIVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, strives is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STRIVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is STRIVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, strives is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STRIVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is STRIVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, strives is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STRIVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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