exertion
/ig'zə:ʃn/
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The student's face showed the exertion of solving the difficult math problem.
Definition
Noun: 1. The act of applying physical or mental energy; hard work: "Exertion" refers to the use of significant effort, force, or power, whether physical or mental, to accomplish something. It implies a strenuous or vigorous attempt. 2. A vigorous effort or attempt: It can also denote a specific instance or act of trying very hard.
Examples of Usage
Advanced Usage
- "To make an exertion": To put forth a significant effort.
- He had to make a tremendous exertion to finish the work on time.
- "Without exertion": Effortlessly, without needing to try hard.
- The skilled pianist played the difficult piece almost without exertion.
Variants and Related Words
- Exert (verb): To apply or bring to bear (e.g., force, influence, effort).
- You must exert more pressure to open that jar.
- She exerted all her energy to win the race.
- Exertive (adjective, less common): Characterized by or involving exertion.
Synonyms
- Effort
- Strain
- Labor
- Toil
- Application
- Endeavor
Antonyms
- Rest
- Inactivity
- Idleness
- Relaxation
Related Phrases
- Physical exertion: The use of bodily effort or strength.
- Digging the garden is a form of intense physical exertion.
- Mental exertion: The use of significant cognitive effort or concentration.
- Studying for final exams involves a lot of mental exertion.
The student's face showed the exertion of solving the difficult math problem.
Noun
- use of physical or mental energy; hard work
- he got an A for effort
- they managed only with great exertion