Tiredness

/ˈtaɪərdnəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun
the state or condition of being tired; fatigue.
After a long day at work, I felt a deep sense of tiredness that made it hard to concentrate.
a feeling of weariness or exhaustion, often due to physical or mental exertion.
The tiredness she experienced after the marathon lasted for several days.
lack of energy or vitality.
His tiredness was evident in his slow movements and heavy eyelids.
the quality of needing rest or sleep.
The constant tiredness in his voice suggested that he hadn’t slept well the previous night.

Etymology

From the word 'tired' + '-ness'

Common Phrases and Expressions

burning the candle at both ends
Working excessively hard and stretching oneself too thin
running on empty
Continuing to work or function with little energy or resources left
feeling over the hill
Feeling old or past one's prime, often relating to tiredness

Related Words

fatigued
Experiencing extreme tiredness or exhaustion.
weary
Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion.
exhaustion
A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.

Slang Meanings

Dead tired
After that workout, I'm dead tired.
Wiped out
I was wiped out after the long day at work.
Dog-tired
By the end of the party, I was dog-tired.