strove

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Strove' is when you tried hard or made a strong effort to achieve something. It's from the verb 'strive,' and it's used to talk about actions in the past. Picture yourself working on a tough project and not giving up.

Examples in Different Contexts

In character development, past struggles shape personas. A film director might depict, 'The main character strove against societal norms in her youth, defining her rebellious nature in adulthood.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

When we were in the early stages of developing our concept, didn't it feel like a significant challenge to create something unique and visually appealing?

Response:

Yes, we indeed strove to create a design that not only stands out but also communicates our brand's vision.

Tech

Scenario:

Remember when we were starting the development of the application, and the target to make it intuitively usable seemed like a massive task?

Response:

Indeed, we strove to build an interface that even users with no technical background could navigate.