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
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
fugitiverunning away or intending flight
stellarof or relating to the stars : astral
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
filchto steal secretly or casually
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
expenditurethe act or process of expending
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom