GRE Word List
EXERTION
effort; expenditure of much physical work; V. exert oneself: make a great effort
The meaning of the word exertion is effort; expenditure of much physical work; V. exert oneself: make a great effort.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| enclave | territory enclosed within an alien land |
| auxiliary | offering or providing help; additional or subsidiary; N: helper; assistant |
| vindicate | clear from blame; free from blame or accusation (with supporting proof); exonerate; substantiate; justify or support; avenge; Ex. vindicate one's client; Ex. vindicate one's claim; CF. vindicator |
| paramount | foremost in importance; supreme; CF. para-: beyond; above; Ex. paranormal |
| taper | very thin candle; gradual decrease in the width of a long object; V. make or become gradually narrower toward one end |
| equilibrium | balance of opposing forces; balance of the mind; equanimity |
| residual | remaining; left over; of a residue; N: residue |
| valedictory | pertaining to farewell; N: farewell address (esp. at graduation exercises) |
| archipelago | group of closely located islands |
| fringe | decorative edge of hanging threads; edge |
