effort
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈɛf.ət/]
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Senses
1. effort (noun) — sense 1
Definition: The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.
Example: make an effort
Concept: Усилие
2. effort (noun) — sense 2
Definition: An endeavor.
Example: Although he didn't win any medals, Johnson's effort at the Olympics won over many fans.
3. effort (noun) — sense 3
Definition: A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.
Example: the two bodies between which the effort acts
4. effort (verb) — sense 4
Definition: To make an effort.
5. effort (verb) — sense 5
Definition: To strengthen, fortify or stimulate
Example: When old, he lived in London where, being High-minded and Poor, he was exposed to the contempt of disingenuous persons. Yet he efforted his Spirits with a Commemoration of the Days of Old.
Structure of the word
Roots:- bʰerǵʰ (Proto-Indo-European)
Connections
Polarities
Achievement ↔ Benevolence – dependability — concept «Усилие»
Exertion ↔ Repose — concept «Усилие»
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