effortful

Variant of effort

effort definition

ef·fort (ef′ərt)

noun

  1. the using of energy to get something done; exertion of strength or mental power
  2. a try, esp. a hard try; attempt; endeavor
  3. a product or result of working or trying; achievement

Etymology: Fr < OFr esforz < esforcier, to make an effort < VL *exfortiare < ex-, intens. + *fortiare: see force

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