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weary

ˈwɪəri

[ˈwɪəri]

very tired or fed up

Intermediateadjective

Definition

Feeling tired, often from too much effort or boredom.

Example

She was weary of the long, dull meetings.

She was weary of the long, dull meetings.

Etymology

From Old English 'werig' meaning 'tired, exhausted'.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes physical or emotional exhaustion.

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