exert

Meaning

to apply or bring to bear; to use physical or mental effort

to apply effort, force, or influence

Example Sentences

He exerted all his strength to lift the heavy box.

He had to exert himself to finish the project on time.

Example Expressions

exert control

Synonyms

apply, use, employ, exercise, wield

Entry 1

apply, use, employ, exercise

Entry 2

apply, use, exercise, employ, wield

Antonyms

relax, rest, withhold, neglect, avoid, ignore

Entry 1

relax, rest, withhold

Entry 2

neglect, avoid, ignore

Collocations

exert pressure, exert influence, exert effort, exert control

Entry 1

exert pressure, exert influence, exert effort, exert control

Entry 2

exert pressure, exert influence, exert control, exert effort