exert
Third Person
exerts
Present Participle
exerting
Past Tense
exerted
Past Participle
exerted
1
to put force on something or to use power in order to influence someone or something
transitive
- The charismatic leader was able to exert a significant influence on the team.
- The lobbyists worked hard to exert pressure on lawmakers.
- The manager needed to exert her authority to maintain discipline in the workplace.
- Large corporations often exert a significant influence on market trends.
Synonyms:
2
to apply considerable energy, strength, or focus
transitive
- After a long day of hiking, he felt exhausted, having exerted himself to reach the summit of the mountain.
- Mastering a musical instrument involves exerting oneself through consistent practice and dedication.
- To improve his physical condition, he decided to exert himself at the gym.
- Athletes often exert themselves during rigorous training sessions to enhance their performance.