earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something; made an effort to cover all the reading material; wished him luck in his endeavor; she gave it a good try

[ Syn: attempt , endeavor , endeavour , try ]

use of physical or mental energy; hard work; he got an A for effort; they managed only with great exertion

[ Syn: elbow grease , exertion , travail , sweat ]

a notable achievement; he performed a great feat; the book was her finest effort

[ Syn: feat , exploit ]

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

[ Syn: campaign , cause , crusade , drive , movement ]