GRE Word List

EXERTION

the act or an instance of exerting

The meaning of the word exertion is the act or an instance of exerting.

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WordMeaning
propagateto cause to continue or increase by sexual or asexual reproduction
beatitudea state of utmost bliss
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impedimentsomething that impedes
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slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
standstilla state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop
disgorgeto discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit
sensitizationthe action or process of sensitizing
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations