effort meaning and definition

EFFORT noun

Definition of effort (noun)

1. earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
   • "made an effort to cover all the reading material"; "wished him luck in his endeavor"; "she gave it a good try"
   • synonyms: attempt, endeavor, endeavour, try
2. use of physical or mental energy; hard work
   • "he got an A for effort"; "they managed only with great exertion"
   • synonyms: elbow grease, exertion, sweat, travail
3. a notable achievement
   • "he performed a great feat"; "the book was her finest effort"
   • synonyms: exploit, feat
4. a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
   • "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"
   • synonyms: campaign, cause, crusade, drive, movement