Effort: meaning, definitions and examples

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effort

[ ˈɛfərt ]

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hard work

Effort is the physical or mental energy that is used to do something, usually something difficult or that takes a lot of time. It can also refer to a serious attempt to achieve a goal.

Synonyms

attempt, endeavor, exertion, striving

Examples of usage

He put a lot of effort into his studies to pass the exam.
She made an effort to improve her relationship with her coworkers.
I appreciate your effort in helping me with this project.

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try hard

When you effort to do something, you try very hard to achieve it. It implies putting a lot of energy and focus into the task at hand.

Synonyms

attempt, endeavor, strive

Examples of usage

She efforted to finish the race despite the pain.
They efforted to complete the project before the deadline.

Translations

Translations of the word "effort" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esforço

🇮🇳 प्रयास

🇩🇪 Anstrengung

🇮🇩 usaha

🇺🇦 зусилля

🇵🇱 wysiłek

🇯🇵 努力 (どりょく)

🇫🇷 effort

🇪🇸 esfuerzo

🇹🇷 çaba

🇰🇷 노력 (노력)

🇸🇦 جهد

🇨🇿 úsilí

🇸🇰 úsilie

🇨🇳 努力 (nǔlì)

🇸🇮 prizadevanje

🇮🇸 viðleitni

🇰🇿 күш

🇬🇪 ძალა

🇦🇿 səy

🇲🇽 esfuerzo

Word origin

The word 'effort' comes from the Old French word 'esfort', meaning 'force, impetuosity, strength'. It has been used in English since the 15th century to denote the exertion of physical or mental powers to overcome difficulties or achieve a goal.