Overexertion

Pronunciation: /oʊvərɪkˈsɜrʃən/

Definitions of overexertion

noun the state of being overworked or strained

Example Sentences

A1 I got tired from overexertion during the hike.

A2 She experienced muscle pain due to overexertion at the gym.

B1 Overexertion can lead to serious injuries if not managed properly.

B2 Athletes need to be careful not to push themselves into overexertion during training.

C1 The coach warned the team about the dangers of overexertion during intense workouts.

C2 Professional athletes have to balance pushing their limits with avoiding overexertion to prevent burnout.

Examples of overexertion in a Sentence

formal Overexertion can lead to serious health problems if not managed properly.

informal I think I need to take a break, I don't want to risk overexertion.

slang Don't overdo it at the gym, you don't want to end up hurting yourself from overexertion.

figurative She was mentally exhausted from the overexertion of constantly trying to please everyone around her.

Grammatical Forms of overexertion

• past tense: overexerted
• plural: overexertions
• comparative: more overexerted
• superlative: most overexerted
• present tense: overexerts
• future tense: will overexert
• perfect tense: has overexerted
• continuous tense: is overexerting
• singular: overexertion
• positive degree: overexertion
• infinitive: to overexert
• gerund: overexerting
• participle: overexerted

Origin and Evolution of overexertion

First Known Use: 1830 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'overexertion' originated from the combination of the prefix 'over-' meaning excessively or beyond, and the verb 'exert' meaning to put forth effort or energy.

Evolution of the word: The term 'overexertion' has maintained its original meaning of excessive physical or mental effort causing strain or fatigue since its first known use in the 19th century.