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supererogation vs exertion

exertion vs supererogation

supererogation and exertion both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
supererogation Yes No No No
exertion Yes No No No
As nouns, exertion is a hypernym of supererogation; that is, exertion is a word with a broader meaning than supererogation:
  • supererogation: an effort above and beyond the call of duty
  • exertion: use of physical or mental energy; hard work
Other hypernyms of supererogation include effort, elbow grease, sweat, travail.
supererogation (noun) exertion (noun)
an effort above and beyond the call of duty use of physical or mental energy; hard work
Difference between supererogation and exertion

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