Meaning & Definition of word "Worn"

Worn

/wɔrn/

1. Past participle of wear, meaning to have had clothing or accessories on one's body.
- Example: He had worn the same shoes for five years.
2. To use something until it deteriorates.
- Example: The athlete had worn his shoes down to the soles.

1. Damaged and shabby as a result of much use.
- Example: She wore a beautifully worn leather jacket that had seen many adventures.
2. Having a specified condition as a result of use.
- Example: The carpet was well-worn from years of foot traffic.
3. Exhausted or tired from continued exertion.
- Example: After the long hike, I felt completely worn and needed to rest.

Past participle of wear, from Old English werian.

worn thin:

to become too tired or too weak.

worn out:

exhausted or no longer able to function.

worn welcome:

used to indicate that someone is no longer welcome.

wear:

to have on one's body as clothing.

weariness:

the state of being tired or fatigued.

wearable:

able to be worn.

Meaning: Tired or fatigued.

Example Sentence: I'm so worn after that workout.

Meaning: Stressed or overwhelmed.

Example Sentence: He's been feeling worn with all the deadlines coming up.