Meaning & Definition of word "Exhausting"

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    Exhausting

    ɪɡˈzɔːstɪŋ

    adjective:

    • 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.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    exhausted resources:

    to completely use up available resources.

    exhausting labor:

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

    Related Words

    exhaust:

    to drain something of its resources.

    fatigue:

    extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion.

    Slang Meanings of exhausting

    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.