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exert

verb

put to use

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
E
Ends with
T
Contains
XE
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ɪɡˈzɝt

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Meaning

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verb

  1. put to use

    “exert one's power or influence”

verb

  1. have and exercise

    “wield power and authority”

verb

  1. make a great effort at a mental or physical task

    “exert oneself”

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Example Sentences

exert one's power or influence
wield power and authority
exert oneself

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