WordValeweary
tired, especially emotionally
In more detail
1. (adjective) very tired, usually after doing something for a long time
2. (adjective) tired of something; no longer interested in or patient with something
Examples
- 1. After the long drive, we were weary and needed to rest.
- 2. She grew weary of his constant complaining.
How to use weary
Weary conveys both physical tiredness and emotional exhaustion or impatience, often after prolonged effort or repeated experience. It is more formal and literary than tired, suggesting a deeper or more dignified fatigue. The phrase 'weary of' specifically means having lost patience or interest in something recurring.
Common phrases
- weary of
- grow weary
- weary traveler
- weary smile
- weary eyes
Synonyms
tired · exhausted · fatigued · worn out · jaded
Opposites
energetic · fresh · eager
Word family
wearily (adverb) · weariness (noun) · weary (adjective)
A common mistake
Learners sometimes use weary without 'of' when expressing emotional fatigue (saying 'I'm weary work' instead of 'I'm weary of work').
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