effort
/ˈɛfərt/
Noun
effortSingular
effortsPlural
1
A vigorous or determined attempt to do something; the use of physical or mental energy to achieve something.
She made a great effort to finish the project on time.
2
The physical or mental energy needed to do something; exertion.
It takes a lot of effort to climb a mountain.
3
A result or achievement produced by trying; an endeavor or attempt.
His first effort at writing a novel was surprisingly good.