Effort
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛf.ət/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Effort is a noun meaning The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.
Meaning
The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.
More Meanings
- An endeavor.
- A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.
- (uncommon, intransitive) To make an effort.
- (obsolete, transitive) To strengthen, fortify or stimulate
Example Sentences
put in effort
make an effort
take a lot of effort
Although he didn't win any medals, Johnson's effort at the Olympics won over many fans.
Word Forms
- efforts
- efforting
- efforted
Synonyms for effort
Depending on context, synonyms include struggle, trouble, endeavor, drive, travail, endeavour.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exertion, travail, endeavor, endeavour, feat, try.
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