effort

• Substantiv, das die körperliche oder geistige Energie bezeichnet, die aufgewendet wird, um ein bestimmtes Ziel zu erreichen oder eine Aufgabe zu erledigen; auch das Ergebnis oder Produkt dieser Anstrengung.

A noun referring to the physical or mental energy exerted to achieve a particular goal or accomplish a task.

1. Physical or mental exertionA2formal

   The use of physical or mental energy to achieve something.

   Anstrengung

   • It took a lot of effort to finish the marathon.
   • She put great effort into learning the piano.
   • He made an effort to arrive on time.

   Synonymeapplicationendeavorenergyexertionindustrylaborstrainstruggletoilwork

   Antonymeeaseidlenessinactivityindolencelazinesssloth

2. Attempt or tryA2formal

   An attempt to do something, especially when difficult.

   Versuch

   • Her first effort at baking a cake was a success.
   • They made a joint effort to solve the problem.
   • His effort to climb the mountain was admirable.

   Synonymeattemptbidcrackendeavorgoshotstabtry

3. Result of workB1formal

   The result or product of someone's work or attempt.

   Ergebnis der Arbeit

   • The painting was a beautiful effort by the artist.
   • The report was a collective effort of the team.
   • His efforts were recognized with a promotion.

   Synonymeaccomplishmentachievementcreationoutputproductproductionresultwork