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Meaning of efforts
The primary meaning of the word "efforts" is the use of physical or mental energy to achieve something.
Etymology of efforts
The word "efforts" originated from the Old French word "effort", which is derived from the verb "efforcer", meaning "to exert oneself"
The Latin word "efforcere" is also a source, which is a combination of "ex" (out) and "forcere" (to force), and it means "to force out" or "to exert"
Synonyms
attempts
endeavors
tries
exertions
struggles
endeavors
strivings
labors
undertakings
initiatives
enterprises
pursuits
drives
pushes
strives
undertakings
endeavors
exertions
endeavors
initiatives
undertakings
strivings
efforts
endeavors
initiatives
pushes
drives
attempts
tries
struggles
labors
undertakings
endeavors
strivings
pursuits
enterprises
exertions
drives
pushes
strivings
labors
undertakings
endeavors
initiatives
Definitions
- A strenuous or determined attempt to achieve something
- A vigorous and determined attempt to do something, especially to accomplish something difficult
- The use of physical or mental energy to achieve something
Usage Examples
- The team made a great effort to win the championship
- She put a lot of effort into her studies and graduated with honors
- The company is making an effort to reduce its carbon footprint
Antonyms
inaction
idleness
laziness
indifference
neglect
apathy
lethargy
inactivity
slackness
sloth
inertia
dormancy
stagnation
complacency
inattention
irresponsibility
carelessness
thoughtlessness
lackadaisicalness
halfheartedness
indifference
unconcern
disinterest