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exhausted

 

[ɪɡˈzɔːstɪd ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

feeling tired or drained of energy

Feeling exhausted is a common experience after a long day of work or a strenuous workout. It is characterized by a lack of physical and mental energy, often accompanied by feelings of fatigue and weariness. This state of exhaustion can impact one's ability to concentrate, make decisions, and perform everyday tasks effectively.

Synonyms

drained, fatigued, spent, weary.

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Word Description / Examples
exhausted

Use when someone is extremely tired, usually after a lot of physical or mental effort.

  • After running the marathon, she was completely exhausted.
  • He felt exhausted after studying for his exams all night.
fatigued

Used in more formal or medical contexts, referring to physical or mental weariness.

  • She was fatigued from working late nights.
  • The doctor explained that chronic fatigue could be a symptom of an underlying condition.
weary

Use when someone feels tired, especially after a long period of hard work or if they are becoming tired of something repetitive.

  • The weary travelers finally arrived at their destination.
  • He felt weary of the endless meetings.
spent

Used when someone has used up all their energy, often indicating they can’t do any more.

  • After cleaning the house all day, he felt completely spent.
  • She was spent after a long day of heavy lifting.
drained

Used when someone feels tired and without energy, often due to emotional or mental stress.

  • She felt drained after the long and stressful meeting.
  • The constant arguing left him emotionally drained.

Examples of usage

  • I was so exhausted after running a marathon that I could barely walk.
  • After pulling an all-nighter studying for exams, I felt completely exhausted the next day.
Context #2 | Verb

to make someone feel extremely tired

To exhaust someone is to deplete their energy or resources to the point of extreme fatigue. This can be done through physical exertion, mental strain, or emotional stress. When someone is exhausted, they may feel physically weak, mentally drained, and emotionally overwhelmed.

Synonyms

deplete, drain, sap, wear out.

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Word Description / Examples
exhausted

Used to describe a person who is extremely tired or has used up all their energy. It can also refer to resources that have been completely used up.

  • After running the marathon, he was completely exhausted.
  • The country’s oil reserves are almost exhausted.
drain

Refers to removing or reducing energy, resources, or substances, usually completely or almost completely. It can be used both literally and metaphorically.

  • The long meeting drained her energy.
  • He drained the water from the sink.
deplete

Commonly used to describe the reduction of resources or supplies to a low level. It often implies a gradual process and has a slightly formal tone.

  • Overfishing has depleted the fish population in the area.
  • Frequent withdrawals have depleted his bank account.

Examples of usage

  • The long hike completely exhausted me.
  • The demands of the job exhausted him both physically and mentally.

Translations

Translations of the word "exhausted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exausto

🇮🇳 थका हुआ

🇩🇪 erschöpft

🇮🇩 kelelahan

🇺🇦 виснажений

🇵🇱 wyczerpany

🇯🇵 疲れた (tsukareta)

🇫🇷 épuisé

🇪🇸 agotado

🇹🇷 yorgun

🇰🇷 지친 (jichin)

🇸🇦 مرهق (murahiq)

🇨🇿 vyčerpaný

🇸🇰 vyčerpaný

🇨🇳 筋疲力尽 (jīn pí lì jìn)

🇸🇮 izčrpan

🇮🇸 úrvinda

🇰🇿 шаршаған

🇬🇪 დაღლილი (daghlili)

🇦🇿 yorğun

🇲🇽 agotado

Etymology

The word 'exhausted' dates back to the mid-17th century and is derived from the Latin word 'exhaustus', which means 'drained out'. The concept of exhaustion has been present throughout human history, as people have always experienced fatigue and depletion of energy. In modern times, the term 'exhausted' is commonly used to describe a state of extreme tiredness or depletion, often caused by physical or mental exertion.

See also: exhaust, exhaustible, exhausting, exhaustion, exhaustively, exhaustiveness, inexhaustible.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,531, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.