Literary Themes Of Weariness

2 words in this vocabulary list

adjective causing one to feel tired or fatigued

  • The wearying task of analyzing data can be mentally exhausting.
  • I'm so tired of this wearying routine every day.
  • This wearying job is really starting to get on my nerves.
  • The never-ending arguments were a wearying burden on their relationship.

verb to have been used or carried for a long time and therefore showing signs of wear

adjective showing the damaging effects of overuse or long use

  • The fabric of the dress looked worn after years of use.
  • I can't wear these shoes anymore, they're too worn out.
  • That jacket is so worn, it's practically vintage.
  • His patience was worn thin after dealing with the difficult customer.