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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jargonthe technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group
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multiformhaving many forms or appearances
aptitudeinclination
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canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
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