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
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
protractto prolong in time or space : continue
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous
dingydirty
ligneousof or resembling wood
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive