Meaning & Definition of word "Exhausting"

Exhausting

ɪɡˈzɔːstɪŋ

1. extremely tiring or draining; causing one to feel very fatigued.
- Example: The marathon was an exhausting experience for all the participants.
2. involving a lot of effort or energy, often to the point of fatigue.
- Example: Studying for the final exams was exhausting and left her feeling drained.
3. depleting resources or energy to a significant extent.
- Example: The project turned out to be an exhausting endeavor, taking more time and money than anticipated.
4. occupying a lot of time and effort, especially in a demanding manner.
- Example: The preparations for the event were exhausting, involving countless hours of planning.

Middle English, from the Latin 'exhaurire', meaning 'to draw out'.

exhausted resources:

to completely use up available resources.

exhausting labor:

work that requires a lot of effort and leads to fatigue.

exhaust:

to drain something of its resources.

fatigue:

extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion.

Meaning: draining

Example Sentence: That exam was so draining, I'm completely shot!

Meaning: wiped out

Example Sentence: After that workout, I feel totally wiped out.