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
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
componenta constituent part : ingredient
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
vulnerablecapable of being physically or emotionally wounded
plauditan act or round of applause
capillaryresembling a hair especially in slender elongated form
validhaving legal efficacy or force
antiqueexisting since or belonging to earlier times : ancient
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety