rouse oneself; work hard; exert oneself
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesverb
to rouse oneself; to work with vigor; to exert oneself
literaryDescribes a state of energetic determination to achieve a goal, often after a period of idleness or failure. It emphasizes the initial burst of effort.
After that failure, he began to study with great determination.
Young people should exert themselves and work hard to create a bright future.
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He decided to bestir himself and achieve something, and no longer waste time.
verb
same as 发愤 (to feel indignant and exert oneself); to work hard due to resentment or frustration
literaryIn modern usage, 发奋 and 发愤 are largely interchangeable, though 发愤 may carry a slightly stronger connotation of indignation or frustration as the driving force. This sense is noted as equivalent.
He exerted himself to become stronger and finally achieved success.
Ancient people often changed their fate by studying diligently (with determination).