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supererogation vs effort

effort vs supererogation

supererogation and effort both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
supererogation Yes No No No
effort Yes No No No
As nouns, effort is a hypernym of supererogation; that is, effort is a word with a broader meaning than supererogation:
  • supererogation: an effort above and beyond the call of duty
  • effort: use of physical or mental energy; hard work
Other hypernyms of supererogation include elbow grease, exertion, sweat, travail.
supererogation (noun) effort (noun)
an effort above and beyond the call of duty earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
use of physical or mental energy; hard work
a notable achievement
a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
Difference between supererogation and effort

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