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EFFORT

/ˈɛfət/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

E 1/1
F 4/4
F 4/4
O 1/1
R 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of EFFORT

noun

The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.

"It took a lot of effort to find a decent-sized, fully-furnished apartment within walking distance of the office.   He made a conscious effort to not appear affected by the stories in the paper."

noun

An endeavour.

"Although he didn't win any medals, Johnson's effort at the Olympics won over many fans."

noun

A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.

verb

To make an effort.

verb

To strengthen, fortify or stimulate

Synonyms of EFFORT

Words with similar meaning

Examples of EFFORT in a Sentence

  • "It took a lot of effort to find a decent-sized, fully-furnished apartment within walking distance of the office.   He made a conscious effort to not appear affected by the stories in the paper."
  • "Although he didn't win any medals, Johnson's effort at the Olympics won over many fans."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
12
points

Is EFFORT a Scrabble Word?

Yes, EFFORT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: EFFORT uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for EFFORT

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter effort Total
Scrabble 144111 12
WWF 144111 12

How to Use EFFORT in Word Games

EFFORT is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, EFFORT is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble EFFORT to find 49 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About EFFORT

What does EFFORT mean?
EFFORT is a noun. The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.
Is EFFORT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, EFFORT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is EFFORT worth in Scrabble?
EFFORT is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from EFFORT?
You can make 49 words from the letters in EFFORT. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of EFFORT?
Synonyms of EFFORT include: struggle. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.