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
pugnacityhaving a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
flushto fly away suddenly
hardybold
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate
ramificationbranch
panga brief piercing spasm of pain