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Grade 7
(ex-er-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. physical or mental effort or energy used.

Example Sentence

It was with much exertion that we planted the row of trees.

More Example Sentences

Exertion makes you stronger and healthier.

Synonyms

effort; strain; work

Antonyms

rest; relaxation; idleness

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Rhymes

  • gershon
  • mershon

  • assertion
  • cistercian
  • coercion
  • desertion
  • exertion
  • insertion

  • reassertion
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