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Meaning of 'effort' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Effort [ n.]
- An exertion of strength or power, whether physical or mental, in performing an act or aiming at an object; more or less strenuous endeavor; struggle directed to the accomplishment of an object; as, an effort to scale a wall.
- A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.
2 . Effort [ v. t.]
- To stimulate.

Meaning of 'effort' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . effort [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
Example in sentence:
  • contributed to the war effort;
  • he supported populist campaigns;
  • the movement to end slavery;
  • the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant;
  • they worked in the cause of world peace
Meaning (2):
- use of physical or mental energy; hard work
Example in sentence:
  • he got an A for effort;
  • they managed only with great exertion
Meaning (3):
- a notable achievement
Example in sentence:
  • he performed a great feat;
  • the book was her finest effort
Meaning (4):
- earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
Example in sentence:
  • made an effort to cover all the reading material;
  • she gave it a good try;
  • wished him luck in his endeavor

Nearby Words:

effable efface effaceable effaced effacement effacing effascinate effascination effect effected

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