Synonyms of exert

exert

verb

ig-ˈzərt 

as in to apply

to bring to bear especially forcefully or effectively

parental involvement has consistently been shown to exert the most influence over a child's success in school

Synonyms & Similar Words

• apply
• use
• wield
• employ
• exercise
• utilize
• ply
• put out
• abuse
• misapply
• misuse

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of exert

Getting your hands dirty with charcoal, tweaking vents and chimneys to stop chunks of oak from flaring up and destroying your brisket, exerting your will over the heat inside a big metal box; barbecue takes a lot of practice. — Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026

The postseason road is difficult enough without a couple extra games where veterans have to exert themselves for heavy minutes. — Nick Friedell, New York Times, 1 July 2026

Unlike in the prime of his career, James no longer has the leverage to exert his will. — Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

The fiber lit up with this protein at the exact same spot where force was being exerted, suggesting that self-stabilization was occurring. — Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 29 June 2026