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effort - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
effort
Definition
(noun) earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
Synonyms
:
attempt
,
endeavor
,
endeavour
,
try
Example Sentence
made an effort to cover all the reading material
wished him luck in his endeavor
she gave it a good try
Definition
(noun) use of physical or mental energy; hard work
Synonyms
:
elbow grease
,
exertion
,
sweat
,
travail
Example Sentence
he got an A for effort
they managed only with great exertion
Definition
(noun) a notable achievement
Synonyms
:
exploit
,
feat
Example Sentence
he performed a great feat
the book was her finest effort
Definition
(noun) a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
Synonyms
:
campaign
,
cause
,
crusade
,
drive
,
movement
Example Sentence
he supported populist campaigns
they worked in the cause of world peace
the team was ready for a drive toward the pennant
the movement to end slavery
contributed to the war effort
Word used in video below:
text: Look, I made an effort to like Janice.
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