exertion
Divide exertion into syllables:
ex · er · tion
How to pronounce exertion:
Synonyms for exertion:
action
activity
application
conditioning
detrition
difficulty
diligence
effort
elbow grease
endeavour
exercise
exercising
friction
industry
labour
least effort
least resistance
overexertion
overkill
pains
physical exercise
physical exertion
pull
rubbing
strain
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Antonyms for exertion:
be idle
comfort
ease
entertainment
fun
happiness
health
idleness
inaction
inactivity
indolence
inertia
inertness
joy
laziness
leisure
loafing
mismanagement
misuse
nonaction
pass
passivity
pastime
peace
play
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