exertion
/ɪɡˈzɜːʃən/ · /ɪɡˈzɝːʃən/
CEFR level C1Topic HealthWord #5864 in the learning path
费力；体力或脑力消耗
Definitions
n. Physical or mental effort, especially when it makes you tired.
费力；体力或脑力消耗
Example
He was breathless from the exertion of climbing upstairs.
他费力爬上楼梯后，累得气喘吁吁。
Regular physical activity benefits health, but excessive exertion without adequate recovery can increase the risk of injury.
经常进行身体活动有益健康，但过度用力且恢复不足可能增加受伤风险。
Collocations
- physical exertion
- mental exertion
- strenuous exertion
- excessive exertion
Word family
- exert (v.)
Synonyms
- effort
Usage tip
多指消耗体力或脑力，不等同于表示尽力的try hard。
FAQ
- What does exertion mean?
- Physical or mental effort, especially when it makes you tired.
- How is exertion pronounced?
- UK /ɪɡˈzɜːʃən/, US /ɪɡˈzɝːʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
