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Meaning of weary
Feeling or showing tiredness, especially because of hard work or exertion.
Etymology of weary
The word "weary" has its roots in Old English "wērian", which means "to grow tired" or "to become exhausted", and is also related to the Old Norse word "veyra", which carries a similar meaning.
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 9th century to describe physical or mental tiredness, and its meaning has evolved over time to include a sense of emotional or psychological exhaustion.
Synonyms
tired
exhausted
fatigued
sleepy
drowsy
lethargic
sluggish
languid
listless
apathetic
indifferent
unmotivated
unenthusiastic
jaded
worn out
spent
drained
debilitated
enfeebled
weak
feeble
frail
fragile
sensitive
irritable
cranky
grouchy
testy
petulant
peevish
querulous
complaining
whiny
miserable
unhappy
discontented
dissatisfied
disillusioned
disheartened
demoralized
depressed
melancholy
gloomy
despondent
hopeless
despairing
Definitions
- Feeling or showing tiredness, especially because of hard work or exertion
- * Having a strong dislike or dissatisfaction with something, especially because it has been experienced or encountered too often
Usage Examples
- After working for 12 hours straight, she felt weary and needed a break.
- * The team was weary from their long journey and looked forward to a good rest.
- * He was weary of the same old routine and wanted to try something new.