exert

verb

How many syllables in exert?

There are 2 syllables in the word exert.

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How to pronounce exert:

Definition of exert:

exert (verb):: put to use.; to put forth (strength, effort, etc.); to use influence, authority, etc. forcefully or effectively

Synonyms for exert:

apply

bring into play

bring to bear

employ

exercise

expend

make use of

ply

put forth

put out

use

utilise

utilize

wield

Antonyms for exert:

calm

compress

conceal

concentrate

contract

discourage

dissuade

energise

energize

fix

hide

idle

ignore

laze

loosen

mend

placate

procrastinate

refresh

relax

release

repress

rest

shrink

slack

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