Meaning & Definition of word "Weary"

Weary

/ˈwɪəri/

verb:

  • 1. To make (someone) feel tired or fatigued.
    • Example: The long hours at work began to weary him.

adjective:

  • 1. Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep.
    • Example: After the long hike, I felt weary and was ready to rest.
  • 2. Having lost one's patience or interest; bored or tired of something.
    • Example: She was weary of listening to his endless complaints.

Etymology

Old English 'wēary', of Germanic origin; related to the verb 'weary'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

weary traveler:

A traveler who is tired from their journey.

weary eyes:

Tired eyes, often associated with lack of sleep.

weary of it all:

Feeling tired and disinterested in everything.

Related Words

weariness:

The state of being weary; tiredness.

wearying:

Causing weariness; tiring.

wearyingly:

In a way that causes weariness; tiresomely.

Slang Meanings of weary

Meaning: Dead tired

Example Sentence: I'm dead tired after that workout.

Meaning: Burnt out

Example Sentence: I'm feeling burnt out from all the work I've been doing.