Meaning & Definition of word "Exhausted"

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    Exhausted

    /ɪɡˈzɔːstɪd/

    verb:

    • 1. To wear out thoroughly; to tire out.
      • Example: He exhausted himself by running a marathon without any breaks.
    • 2. To use up completely; to drain.
      • Example: The long meeting exhausted all of her energy.

    adjective:

    • 1. Extremely tired or worn out.
      • Example: After a long day of hiking, I felt utterly exhausted.
    • 2. Used up or depleted; empty.
      • Example: The resources of the area have been exhausted due to overfishing.
    • 3. Having no remaining options or alternatives; completely consumed.
      • Example: She was exhausted of ideas after brainstorming for hours.

    Etymology

    The word 'exhausted' comes from the Latin 'exhaustus,' the past participle of 'exhaurire' which means 'to draw out, to drain out.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    burned out:

    A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion.

    on empty:

    Feeling completely drained of energy.

    hit the wall:

    To reach a point of exhaustion where one can no longer continue.

    Related Words

    exhaustion:

    A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.

    weary:

    Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion.

    burnout:

    Physical or mental collapse caused by overwork or stress.

    Slang Meanings of exhausted

    Meaning: Zonked

    Example Sentence: After that exam, I am totally zonked.

    Meaning: Pooped

    Example Sentence: I’m pooped after that workout.

    Meaning: Beat

    Example Sentence: I’m beat after working all day.