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strive meaning in Sanskrit

लषति laṣati

/ˈstɹaɪv/

strive in Sanskrit: लषति (laṣati). In English, strive means to try to achieve a result; to make strenuous effort; to try earnestly and persistently.

Sanskrit words for strive

to sincerely try to achieve, to make one's best effort
लषति laṣati

English meaning of strive

  1. verb To try to achieve a result; to make strenuous effort; to try earnestly and persistently.
  2. verb To struggle in opposition; to be in contention or dispute; to contend; to contest.
  3. verb To vie; to compete as a rival.

Full definition of strive

strive in a sentence

  • We strive for the truth.
  • to strive against fate

Synonyms of strive

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Questions about strive in Sanskrit

What is the meaning of strive in Sanskrit?
Strive in Sanskrit is लषति (laṣati).
strive इत्यस्य संस्कृते कः अर्थः?
Strive: लषति (laṣati).
What does strive mean in English?
Strive means to try to achieve a result; to make strenuous effort; to try earnestly and persistently.

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