Effort
/ˈɛfət/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:12 ptsWWF:12 pts6 letters
Definition of Effort
noun
- The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.
"It took a lot of effort to find a decent-sized, fully-furnished apartment within walking distance of the office. He made a conscious effort to not appear affected by the stories in the paper."
- An endeavour.
"Although he didn't win any medals, Johnson's effort at the Olympics won over many fans."
- A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.
verb
- To make an effort.
- To strengthen, fortify or stimulate
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struggle