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Basic Details

Word: Endeavour

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To try hard to achieve something.

Synonyms: Attempt, strive, try

Antonyms: Surrender, give up

Idioms and Phrases

1. Every endeavour counts: Every effort you make matters. Example: "In our project, remember that every endeavour counts, no matter how small."
2. To the best of ones endeavours: Doing something as well as you can. Example: "He completed the task to the best of his endeavours, ensuring it was perfect."

Usage Examples

Example 1: She will endeavour to finish her homework before dinner.

Example 2: The scientist made a great endeavour to discover a cure for the disease.

Example 3: We should always endeavour to help those in need.

Fun Fact

The word "endeavour" comes from the Old French "endevir," which means "to put in effort." It has been used in English since the 15th century.

Famous Quote

"Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction." John F. Kennedy

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "endeavour" mean?

a) To give up
b) To try hard
c) To relax
d) To wait

Answer: b) To try hard

2. Which of these is a synonym of "endeavour"?

a) Forget
b) Attempt
c) Ignore
d) Avoid

Answer: b) Attempt

3. Which sentence uses "endeavour" correctly?

a) I endeavour to run fast.
b) I will endeavour to eat ice cream.
c) I endeavour when it's cold.
d) I don't endeavour to sleep.

Answer: a) I endeavour to run fast.

4. Which idiom suggests that every effort matters?

a) To the best of ones endeavours
b) Every endeavour counts
c) All work and no play
d) A picture is worth a thousand words

Answer: b) Every endeavour counts

5. What is the opposite of "endeavour"?

a) Try
b) Continue
c) Surrender
d) Work

Answer: c) Surrender