Pronunciation: /ˈɛfərt/
noun physical or mental exertion towards a goal
A1 She put a lot of effort into learning English.
A2 With some effort, he was able to finish the project on time.
B1 The success of the team was a result of their combined efforts.
B2 Despite her best efforts, she couldn't save the failing business.
C1 The artist's masterpiece was a result of years of effort and dedication.
C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research required immense effort and collaboration.
verb none
A1 She made an effort to learn basic phrases in a new language.
A2 He efforts to improve his grades by studying harder.
B1 The team is making a concerted effort to win the championship this year.
B2 Despite his busy schedule, he always makes an effort to spend time with his family.
C1 The company is putting forth a significant effort to reduce its carbon footprint.
C2 The artist's latest masterpiece required immense effort and dedication to complete.
adjective none
A1 She made an effort to learn a few basic phrases in the new language.
A2 He put in a lot of effort to improve his grades in school.
B1 The team's effort to win the championship paid off in the end.
B2 Despite her best effort, she couldn't complete the project on time.
C1 The company's continued effort to innovate has kept them ahead of the competition.
C2 His tireless effort and dedication to his work have earned him a promotion.
adverb none
A1 She tried effortfully to lift the heavy box.
A2 He worked effortfully to improve his English skills.
B1 The students are encouraged to study effortfully for their exams.
B2 The team put in a lot of effort to win the championship.
C1 The scientists worked effortfully to find a cure for the disease.
C2 The artist's masterpiece was created through years of effortful dedication.
pronoun none
A1 I made an effort to finish my homework on time.
A2 She put in a lot of effort to improve her English skills.
B1 The team's effort paid off and they won the championship.
B2 Despite his best effort, he couldn't complete the project on time.
C1 The company's effort to reduce waste has been successful.
C2 His effort to create a more inclusive workplace culture was commendable.
preposition none
A1 She made an effort to learn English by practicing every day.
A2 He put in a lot of effort to pass his driving test on the first try.
B1 The team made a collective effort to finish the project ahead of schedule.
B2 Despite his best efforts, he couldn't convince his boss to give him a raise.
C1 The company is putting forth a significant effort to reduce its carbon footprint.
C2 The government is making a concerted effort to improve public transportation infrastructure.
conjunction none
A1 I made an effort to learn a new language.
A2 She put in effort to improve her grades.
B1 Despite his best effort, he couldn't finish the project on time.
B2 The team's combined effort led to a successful outcome.
C1 The company's continued effort to innovate has kept them ahead of the competition.
C2 His tireless effort and dedication earned him a promotion.
interjection none
A1 Effort! I can do it!
A2 Effort, guys! Let's finish this together.
B1 With a little effort, we can achieve our goals.
B2 Effort is key to success in any endeavor.
C1 Let's put in the effort to make this project a success.
C2 Effort is what separates the good from the great.
article none
A1 She put a lot of effort into learning how to ride a bike.
A2 With some effort, he was able to finish his homework on time.
B1 The team's effort paid off when they won the championship.
B2 Despite his best effort, he couldn't solve the complicated math problem.
C1 The artist's effort to capture the beauty of nature in his paintings was truly remarkable.
C2 The company's continued effort to innovate and improve their products has led to great success.
formal The success of the project was largely due to the team's collective effort.
informal I appreciate all the effort you put into organizing this event.
slang I'm putting in mad effort to get this assignment done on time.
figurative She poured her heart and soul into the painting, every brushstroke a labor of effort.
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