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exert vs act

act vs exert

exert is not a noun while act is a noun.

exert and act both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
exert No No Yes No
act Yes No Yes No
As verbs, act is a hypernym of exert; that is, act is a word with a broader meaning than exert:
  • exert: make a great effort at a mental or physical task
  • act: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Other hypernyms of exert include move.
exert (noun) act (noun)
something that people do or cause to happen
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
a short performance that is part of a longer program
a manifestation of insincerity
exert (verb) act (verb)
put to use behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
have and exercise pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
make a great effort at a mental or physical task discharge one's duties
play a role or part
perform on a stage or theater
behave unnaturally or affectedly
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected
be suitable for theatrical performance
Difference between exert and act

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