The meaning of EXERT is to put forth (strength, effort, etc.). How to use exert in a sentence.

Definition of exert verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

EXERT definition: 1. to use something such as authority, power, influence, etc. in order to make something happen…. Learn more.

EXERT definition: to put forth or into use, as power; exercise, as ability or influence; put into vigorous action. See examples of exert used in a sentence.

If you exert yourself, you make a great physical or mental effort, or work hard to do something. Youngsters get so absorbed that they don't realise how much they're exerting themselves. …

1. To put to use or effect; put forth: exerted all my strength to move the box. 2. To bring to bear; exercise: exert influence. 3. To put (oneself) to strenuous effort: exerted ourselves mightily to …

to put (oneself ) into vigorous action or effort:[~ + oneself] If you exert yourself you can finish the task on time. ex•er•tion /ɪgˈzɜrʃən/ n. [uncountable * countable]

6 days ago · exert (third-person singular simple present exerts, present participle exerting, simple past and past participle exerted) He considered exerting his influence on John to gain an …

To put forth, as strength, force, or ability; put in action; bring into active operation: as, to exert the strength of the body; to exert powers or faculties. To put forth as the result of effort; do or …

Exert basically means to put forth effort to do something. For example, when you exert yourself in a workout, you can really feel the burn in your muscles.