EFFORT Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

effort

noun

ˈe-fərt

Definition of effort

as in work

the active use of energy in producing a result the finished parade float was well worth the effort

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Recent Examples of effort Many transformation efforts fail because organizations ask employees to take on something new while expecting every existing priority to continue unchanged. — Suzanne Konstance, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026 The effort comes as the island faces chronic outages and water shortages, while federal officials have canceled major solar programs intended to help low-income residents. — Dánica Coto, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026 Later on, the lion became caught in a hunter’s trap and, despite its strength and efforts, was unable to break free. — Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026 As Comcast’s longtime CFO, Brodsky was instrumental in financing the company’s expansion and efforts to raise capital. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for effort

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Noun

The specific references to the music of the ’50s and ’60s that Fagen so dearly loves highlight a central tension in his work.

— Mark Richardson, Pitchfork, 8 Nov. 2026
Staff say that the sanctions have not hindered the court’s work, but this seems improbable.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of work

Noun

These cells use a common pressure-sensitive channel called PIEZO1 to help bones adapt to physical exertion.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
Vasagar says a potassium imbalance can happen immediately, while symptoms related to exertion may take 24 to 48 hours.

— Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of exertion

Noun

Also cut its capital expenditure outlook in a disciplined move.

— Kevin Stankiewicz,Matthew J. Belvedere, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
Ugarte’s campaign also has received major outside support through independent expenditure committees, which have no contribution limit but aren’t allowed to coordinate with a candidate’s campaign.

— Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of expenditure

Noun

They’re usually protected by sheets, blankets, or a duvet cover, which helps keep sweat, body oils, and other buildup from reaching the comforter itself.

— Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2026
Something healed in me over my wedding weekend, watching my gringo groom sweat through his vintage Hollywood tux while learning to dance samba from a passista dressed in her carnival regalia.

— Jess Joho, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

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