drained
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for drained, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Exhausted; completely lacking energy.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
worn out
knackered
Antonyms
undrained
How to use drained
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
emotionally drained
drained battery
Etymology
From drain + -ed.
Full origin of drained →Frequently asked questions
What does “drained” mean?
The word “drained” means exhausted; completely lacking energy. In plain terms, worn out and empty of energy — of a person or a battery.
How do you pronounce “drained”?
“Drained” is pronounced draynd (/dɹeɪnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “drained” in a sentence?
Here is “drained” used in a sentence: “After the double shift, she felt utterly drained.”
What part of speech is “drained”?
“Drained” is an adjective.
Is “drained” a common word?
“Drained” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “drained” have?
“Drained” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: exhausted; completely lacking energy.
What is the difference between drained and tired?
Drained describes a more complete state of exhaustion, suggesting energy has been entirely used up, while tired can describe any degree of fatigue, even mild. Drained often implies emotional or physical depletion following a demanding event.
Can drained describe a battery as well as a person?
Yes. Drained can describe a battery emptied of stored charge, as in "my phone battery is completely drained," as well as a person who feels exhausted and lacking energy.
What is a common phrase using drained?
"Emotionally drained" is a common phrase describing someone left with no emotional energy after a stressful or upsetting experience.
