Associations to the word «Effort»

EFFORT, noun. The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.

EFFORT, noun. An endeavour.

EFFORT, noun. A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.

EFFORT, verb. (uncommon) (intransitive) To make an effort.

EFFORT, verb. (obsolete) (transitive) To stimulate.

EFFORT DISTANCE, noun. The distance from the effort on a lever to the fulcrum.

EFFORT, noun. 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".

EFFORT, noun. Use of physical or mental energy; hard work; "he got an A for effort"; "they managed only with great exertion".

EFFORT, noun. A notable achievement; "he performed a great feat"; "the book was her finest effort".

EFFORT, noun. 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".