exertion

Meaning

Using energy or effort to achieve something.

physical or mental effort; the application of force, effort, or pressure

the application of effort; vigorous action

Example Sentences

Excessive exertion can lead to fatigue and burnout.

The mountain climb required considerable physical exertion from all the hikers.

After so much exertion, she needed to rest.

Synonyms

effort, strain, labor, work, endeavor, struggle

Entry 1

effort, strain, labor

Entry 2

effort, strain, work, labor

Entry 3

effort, strain, endeavor, struggle

Antonyms

relaxation, rest, inactivity, ease

Entry 1

relaxation, rest, inactivity

Entry 2

rest, relaxation, ease, inactivity

Entry 3

rest, relaxation

Collocations

physical exertion, mental exertion, avoid exertion, intense exertion

Entry 2

physical exertion, mental exertion, avoid exertion

Entry 3

physical exertion, mental exertion, intense exertion