exertion
Translation
exertion, effort, strain
Examples
The physical exertion of the climb was intense.
The physical exertion of the climb was intense.
The project required a lot of mental exertion.
The project required a lot of mental exertion.
The exertion of authority is sometimes necessary.
The exertion of authority is sometimes necessary.
Grammar Patterns
((exertion)) effort, strain The physical exertion of the climb was intense.
((the exertion of sth.)) the use of (sth.) The exertion of authority is necessary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: effort, strain, struggle; Antonyms: rest, relaxation
Etymology
From the verb 'exert' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ion', which denotes an action or state.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'exert'. If you 'exert' yourself, the result is 'exertion'.