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"Venture" vs "endeavour": a comparison of bold pursuits

Lloyd Cooper 05/12/2024, 23:48
English.me team member
Venture and endeavour. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "venture" and "endeavour" refer to undertaking activities that involve effort toward achieving something. They can function as both nouns and verbs, describing actions or projects undertaken by individuals or groups.

What is different?

"Venture" often implies a risky or daring undertaking, frequently associated with business or exploratory contexts, emphasizing uncertainty and potential risk. "Endeavour" emphasizes the attempt or effort to achieve a goal, focusing on determination and perseverance rather than risk. Additionally, "endeavour" is the British English spelling, with "endeavor" being the American English variant.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for venture) and endeavour

Examples of usage

Venture
  • They decided to venture into the untapped market of renewable energy.
  • The business venture required significant capital investment.
  • He ventured out into the storm despite the warnings.
Endeavour
  • Her lifelong endeavour was to promote universal education.
  • We endeavour to provide the best customer service possible.
  • The scientist's endeavour to find a cure was met with great challenges.