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
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
glutto flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand
ecclesiasticecclesiastical
gratifyto be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
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chaffingthe seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing
impingeencroach