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
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
bicameralhaving, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber
flukeflatfish
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
vaingloriousmarked by vainglory : boastful
augustmarked by majestic dignity or grandeur
replenishto fill or build up again
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object
lethargicof, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy