Word: Effort

Pronunciation

/ˈef·ərt/

Definitions

• Noun: A conscious exertion of power or strength to achieve a specific goal; physical or mental exertion to overcome obstacles or accomplish something. For example: “She put a lot of effort into her studies.”
  • Effort also refers to the result of such exertion; a thing done using energy or resources. Example: “The new community center was a remarkable effort by local volunteers.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Winning the marathon required months of dedicated effort.”
• “His efforts to learn a new language were finally paying off.”

Phrases

• “Make an effort”: To try hard or put in the necessary work towards achieving something. Example: “You need to make an effort to arrive on time.”
• “Without effort”: Describing something achieved easily or without significant exertion. Example: “Success without effort is but a dream.”

Synonyms

• Struggle
• Endeavor
• Exertion
• Work
• Attempt
• Push
• Endeavour (UK)
• Initiative
• Undertaking
• Labour (UK)

Idiomatic Expressions

• “Go to great lengths”: To make a considerable effort to do something. Example: “She went to great lengths to organize the perfect wedding.”
• “Best efforts”: Refers to the maximum amount of effort one can give. Example: “We will do our best efforts to resolve this issue quickly.”