Effort/ˈefərt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Energy Required Refers to the demand on one's strength or resources when doing tasks. He put a lot of effort into running the marathon. Pro Tip 2/3Applied Diligently When you apply consistent effort, it suggests thorough dedication and commitment. She made an effort to learn new vocabulary daily. Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Successful Effort indicates hard work but doesn't guarantee success. They lost the game despite their effort.