Definition of Nisus

1. Noun. An effortful attempt to attain a goal.

Exact synonyms: Pains, Strain, Striving
Generic synonyms: Attempt, Effort, Endeavor, Endeavour, Try
Specialized synonyms: Jehad, Jihad
Derivative terms: Strain, Strain, Strenuous, Strive

Definition of Nisus

1. n. A striving; an effort; a conatus.

2. n. The periodic procreative desire manifested in the spring by birds, etc.

Definition of Nisus

1. Noun. a mental or physical effort to attain a specific goal; a striving ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Nisus

1. an effort [n NISUS] - See also: effort

Lexicographical Neighbors of Nisus

niseis
nisey
nish
nishes
nishi
nisi
nisin
nisoldipine
nisoxetine
nisse
nissen fundoplication
nisses
nissl bodies
nissonite
niste
nisus (current term)
nit
nit-noid
nit-picker
nit-picking
nit-picky
nit comb
nit nurse
nitazoxanide
nitch
nitchie
nitchies
nite
nitencies
nitency

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