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
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
savoryhaving savor: such as
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
converseto exchange thoughts and opinions in speech : talk
searbeing dried and withered
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
subterfugedeception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade
stunto make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow : daze
componenta constituent part : ingredient