a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness); he had doubts about the whole enterprise

[ Syn: enterprise , endeavor ]

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something; made an effort to cover all the reading material; wished him luck in his endeavor; she gave it a good try

[ Syn: attempt , effort , endeavor , try ]

attempt by employing effort; we endeavor to make our customers happy

[ Syn: endeavor , strive ]