exhaustion
Exhaustion (noun) means a state of extreme tiredness in which your energy is completely used up. Example: “She collapsed on the sofa in a state of total exhaustion.”
How to use exhaustion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing totally worn out, or the point where something is fully used up.
Word forms
exhaustions plural
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She collapsed on the sofa in a state of total _____.
Etymology
From Latin exhaustio, built on exhaurire, "to draw out" or "empty completely."
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Rhymes for exhaustion
Frequently asked questions
What does “exhaustion” mean?
The word “exhaustion” means a state of extreme tiredness in which your energy is completely used up. In plain terms, being totally worn out, or the point where something is fully used up.
How do you pronounce “exhaustion”?
“Exhaustion” is pronounced ihg-ZAWS-chuhn (/ɪɡˈzɔːs.t͡ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “exhaustion” in a sentence?
Here is “exhaustion” used in a sentence: “She collapsed on the sofa in a state of total exhaustion.”
What part of speech is “exhaustion”?
“Exhaustion” is a noun.
Where does the word “exhaustion” come from?
The word “exhaustion” comes from Latin. From Latin exhaustio, built on exhaurire, "to draw out" or "empty completely.".
Is “exhaustion” a common word?
“Exhaustion” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “exhaustion” have?
“Exhaustion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a state of extreme tiredness in which your energy is completely used up.