Vocabulary Entry

exertion

|noun • verb

noun

The act or process of exerting oneself, often in physical or mental effort.

Example Sentences

"Her exertion in the marathon paid off with a personal best time."

"Too much exertion without proper training can lead to injuries."

"He felt a sense of accomplishment after such intense exertion."

verb

Example Sentences

"You need to exert yourself to achieve your goals."

"The athlete had to exert all his energy during the final lap."

"She decided to exert more effort in her studies this semester."