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
demolitionthe act of demolishing
encipherto convert (a message) into cipher
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
licensepermission to act
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
diversediffering from one another : unlike
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate