1
as in activity
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
often the television addict's greatest attempt at exertion was switching channels on the remote control
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in effort
the active use of energy in producing a result
the number of blueberries that we were finding was hardly worth the exertion
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of exertion
As the disease worsens, cardinal symptoms include cough with or without phlegm and breathlessness, especially with exertion.
—
Soma Mandal, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
Some levels of pain or discomfort, such as those created by the exertion of hard physical exercise, can have positive associations.
—Conor Purcell, Scientific American, 17 Jan. 2025
Muscles bulging and soaked in sweat, his face is etched in a grimace of extreme exertion.
—Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Through pursed-lip breathing, patients get better at pacing their breaths during exertion.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 24 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for exertion
Soma Mandal, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2025
Some levels of pain or discomfort, such as those created by the exertion of hard physical exercise, can have positive associations.
—Conor Purcell, Scientific American, 17 Jan. 2025
Muscles bulging and soaked in sweat, his face is etched in a grimace of extreme exertion.
—Sarah Shephard, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
Through pursed-lip breathing, patients get better at pacing their breaths during exertion.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 24 Oct. 2024
See All Example Sentences for exertion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
Noun
-
Captain America is against government interference in their activities, while Iron Man leads the half for oversight.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
-
The monthly subscription is curated by therapists and comes with products like mindful activities, essential oils, candles, bath and body care products and wellness treats.—
Christopher Murray,
Fox News,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Engaging in advocacy efforts, whether by contacting lawmakers or participating in petitions, can help raise awareness of the department's critical role in higher education.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
-
Newcastle suddenly had a purpose, which has always been the basis of Howe’s efforts.—
George Caulkin,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
The Broncos also made some tweaks to their strength and conditioning staff, as former assistant Shaun Snee was promoted to director of the club’s strength program, with head strength coach and longtime Payton associate Dan Dalrymple still maintaining his former title.—
Luca Evans,
The Denver Post,
6 Mar. 2025
-
Strong safety Jaquan Brisker missed most of the season with a concussion, but that’s not a strength or conditioning issue.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
According to Oleg Nikolaev, nobody was hurt but the depot needed reconstruction work.—
Joanna Kozlowska,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2025
-
Just one lightweight document scanner could serve an entire organization, where departments are asked to periodically scan any relevant documents from their own work areas.—
David English,
PCMAG,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Epigenetic aging can accelerate because people don't eat well or don't get enough exercise.—
Alejandra Borunda,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2025
-
Not as a checkbox exercise but as a driver of innovation, resilience and financial performance.—
Mahmood Mirza,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share