Overexertion: meaning, definitions and examples

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overexertion

[ ˌoʊvərɪɡˈzɜːrʃən ]

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physical activity

The act of putting too much physical effort or strain on the body, often resulting in fatigue, injury, or exhaustion.

Synonyms

exhaustion, fatigue, strain

Examples of usage

He suffered from overexertion after trying to lift heavy weights at the gym.
The doctor warned him about the dangers of overexertion during the marathon.

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workplace

The excessive or unnecessary effort put into a task or job, often leading to burnout or decreased productivity.

Synonyms

burnout, excessive effort, overwork

Examples of usage

She experienced overexertion at work due to taking on too many projects at once.
Overexertion can result in stress and poor work-life balance.

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sports

The state of pushing oneself beyond the limits of physical capacity during athletic activities, which can lead to injury or decreased performance.

Synonyms

athletic exhaustion, excessive training, physical strain

Examples of usage

Overexertion is a common issue among professional athletes training for competitions.
The coach emphasized the importance of avoiding overexertion to prevent sports injuries.

Translations

Translations of the word "overexertion" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esforço excessivo

🇮🇳 अत्यधिक परिश्रम

🇩🇪 Überanstrengung

🇮🇩 kelelahan berlebihan

🇺🇦 перенапруження

🇵🇱 przemęczenie

🇯🇵 過労 (かろう)

🇫🇷 surmenage

🇪🇸 sobreesfuerzo

🇹🇷 aşırı yorgunluk

🇰🇷 과로 (gwaro)

🇸🇦 إجهاد مفرط

🇨🇿 přepětí

🇸🇰 preťaženie

🇨🇳 过度劳累 (guòdù láolèi)

🇸🇮 preobremenitev

🇮🇸 ofreynsla

🇰🇿 шамадан тыс күш салу

🇬🇪 გადაღლა

🇦🇿 həddindən artıq yorulma

🇲🇽 sobreesfuerzo

Word origin

The term 'overexertion' originated in the mid-19th century, combining the prefix 'over-' meaning excessively or beyond, and 'exertion' meaning physical effort. It is often used in various contexts to describe the act of straining oneself beyond the normal limits of physical or mental capacity. Overexertion can lead to negative consequences such as fatigue, injury, or decreased performance, making it important to balance effort with rest and recovery.