Burnout: meaning, definitions and examples

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burnout

 

[ หˆbษœหrnaสŠt ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

workplace

Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands.

Synonyms

exhaustion, fatigue, stress

Examples of usage

  • Many employees experience burnout due to long working hours and high job demands.
  • She decided to take a break from work to prevent burnout.
  • The company offers counseling services to employees experiencing burnout.
  • Recognizing the signs of burnout is essential for maintaining mental health.
  • Burnout can lead to decreased productivity and feelings of detachment from work.
Context #2 | Noun

personal life

In personal life, burnout refers to a state of feeling tired, overwhelmed, and lacking motivation to engage in activities that were once enjoyable. It can result from a combination of factors such as work stress, relationship issues, and personal expectations.

Synonyms

exhaustion, fatigue, weariness

Examples of usage

  • She experienced burnout after juggling multiple responsibilities at once.
  • Taking a vacation helped her recover from burnout and regain energy.
  • Identifying triggers of burnout is crucial for self-care and well-being.
  • His burnout led to a reevaluation of priorities and lifestyle choices.
  • Seeking support from loved ones can alleviate the effects of burnout.
Context #3 | Verb

workplace

To burnout means to become exhausted or worn out as a result of prolonged stress or overwork. It can also refer to losing interest or motivation in activities that were once fulfilling.

Synonyms

exhaust, fatigue, weary

Examples of usage

  • She burned out after working long hours without breaks.
  • He feared burning out from the constant pressure of the job.
  • Taking regular breaks can help prevent burning out in a demanding job.
  • The team burned out after working non-stop to meet the deadline.
  • Recognizing the signs of burning out early can help prevent serious consequences.

Translations

Translations of the word "burnout" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น esgotamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฅเค•เคพเคตเคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Erschรถpfung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kelelahan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธะณะพั€ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wypalenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็‡ƒใˆๅฐฝใ็—‡ๅ€™็พค (ใ‚‚ใˆใคใใ—ใ‚‡ใ†ใ“ใ†ใใ‚“)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉpuisement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ agotamiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tรผkenmiลŸlik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒˆ์•„์›ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุงุญุชุฑุงู‚ ุงู„ู†ูุณูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vyhoล™enรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vyhorenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฒพ็–ฒๅŠ›็ซญ (jฤซng pรญ lรฌ jiรฉ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ izgorelost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kulnun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐั€ัˆะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒฆแƒšแƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yanma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ agotamiento

Etymology

The term 'burnout' originated in the 1970s from the work of psychologist Herbert Freudenberger, who used it to describe the consequences of severe stress and high ideals in helping professions. It has since evolved to encompass various contexts beyond work, reflecting the modern understanding of mental health and well-being.

See also: burn, burner, burning, burnish, burnishing, burnt.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,044, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.