Exhaustion

/ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.

After running the marathon, I felt a deep sense of exhaustion that took several days to recover from.

The act of draining something completely or using it up.

The exhaustion of natural resources is a serious issue that affects our environment.

A condition resulting from prolonged and intense stress or effort.

Her emotional exhaustion made it difficult for her to concentrate on her work.

From Latin 'exhaustio', from 'exhaurire' meaning 'to draw out'.

burnout

A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged and excessive stress.

hit the wall

A point of fatigue where one can no longer continue, often used in reference to long-distance running.

fatigue

A condition of being extremely tired or weary.

burnout

A state of emotional and physical exhaustion, often resulting from prolonged stress.

depletion

The reduction in the number or quantity of something.

Wiped out

After that workout, I'm totally wiped out.

Spent

I’m so spent after last night’s party.

Zonked

I was zonked after staying up all night studying.