exert

• Verb, das das Ausüben von Kraft, Einfluss oder Druck bezeichnet; auch für das Anwenden oder Aufbringen von etwas (z. B. Anstrengung) verwendet.

A verb used to indicate the act of applying or putting forth effort, influence, or pressure.

1. Apply effort or forceB2formal

   To put forth physical or mental effort; to use strength or influence.

   Anstrengung ausüben

   • He exerted all his strength to lift the heavy box.
   • She exerted great effort to finish the marathon.
   • The team exerted pressure on the opposing side.

   Synonymeapplybring to bearemployexerciseexpenduseutilizewield

   Antonymeidlelazerelaxrest

2. Use influence or authorityB2formal

   To apply or bring to bear (influence, authority, or power) in order to achieve a result.

   Einfluss ausüben

   • The CEO exerted his authority to approve the new policy.
   • Parents often exert a strong influence on their children's choices.
   • The government exerted diplomatic pressure to resolve the conflict.

   Synonymeapplybring to bearemployexerciseuseutilizewield