n. | 1. | An exertion of strength or power, whether physical or mental, in performing an act or aiming at an object; more or less strenuous endeavor; struggle directed to the accomplishment of an object; |
2. | (Mech.) A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion. | |
v. t. | 1. | To stimulate. |
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2. | effort - use of physical or mental energy; hard work; "he got an A for effort"; "they managed only with great exertion" | |
3. | effort - 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" | |
4. | effort - a notable achievement; "he performed a great deed"; "the book was her finest effort" |