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What is another word for Effort? – 115 Effort Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    exertion struggle endeavor attempt try striving labor toil drudgery industry diligence application dedication commitment perseverance persistence determination resolve willpower energy vigor dynamism drive push thrust initiative enterprise ardor zeal enthusiasm eagerness hustle bustle activity action movement exertions endeavors strivings

    Meaning of Effort

    The primary meaning of the word "effort" is the use of physical or mental energy to achieve something.

    Definitions

    • A vigorous and determined attempt to achieve something
    • * The use of physical or mental energy to achieve something
    • * A person's natural ability or talent

    Etymology of Effort

    The word "effort" originates from the Old French word "effort", which is derived from the verb "efforcer", meaning "to strive" or "to exert oneself"
    The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe the use of physical or mental energy to achieve a goal or objective

    Example Uses

    • She put a lot of effort into her work and was eventually promoted to a higher position
    • * The team made a great effort to win the game, but unfortunately lost in the final minutes
    • * He made an effort to learn a new language, but found it difficult to practice regularly

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    idleness laziness inactivity lethargy apathy indifference neglect disregard unconcern carelessness inattention laxity slackness sloth torpor dormancy stagnation inertia inaction passivity

    Related Nouns

    energy strength power ability capacity talent skill endeavor attempt try struggle labor toil industry diligence application dedication commitment perseverance persistence

    Related Verbs

    strive endeavor attempt try struggle labor toil exert apply dedicate commit persevere persist drive push thrust initiate enterprise

    Related Adjectives

    energetic strong powerful able capable talented skilled diligent dedicated committed persevering persistent driven motivated enthusiastic eager industrious hardworking