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exert.

To make use of, to apply, especially of something nonmaterial; to bring to bear.

5 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb/ɪɡˈzɝt/General-American/ɪɡˈzɜːt/Received-Pronunciation
  1. To make use of, to apply, especially of something nonmaterial; to bring to bear.

    transitive
    He considered exerting his influence on John to gain an advantage for himself.
  2. To put in vigorous action.

    reflexive
    I exerted myself in today's training.
Where this word comes from

From Latin exsertus, past participle of exserō (“to stretch or thrust forth or out”), from ex- + serō (“to string together”).

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