noun

weariness

WEER-ree-nihs

Weariness (noun) means a state of tiredness or exhaustion. Example: “A deep weariness set in after the long shift.”

noun

A state of tiredness or exhaustion.

"A deep weariness set in after the long shift."

A loss of interest or enthusiasm.

"Voter weariness with the endless campaign was obvious."

How to use weariness

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In plain EnglishTiredness, whether physical exhaustion or being fed up with something.

wearinesses plural

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A deep _____ set in after the long shift.

From Middle English werynes, werinesse, from Old English wēriġnes (“weariness”), equivalent to weary + -ness.

Origin: Middle English

defatigation fatigue languor

wear tire fatigue exhaust tucker fag languor ennui

business ugliness laziness holiness happiness craziness readiness emptiness manliness dizziness tardiness heaviness

What does “weariness” mean?

The word “weariness” means a state of tiredness or exhaustion. In plain terms, tiredness, whether physical exhaustion or being fed up with something.

How do you pronounce “weariness”?

“Weariness” is pronounced WEER-ree-nihs (/ˈwɪ(ə)ɹinɪs/ in IPA).

How do you use “weariness” in a sentence?

Here is “weariness” used in a sentence: “A deep weariness set in after the long shift.”

What is another word for “weariness”?

Words with a similar meaning to “weariness” include defatigation, fatigue and languor.

What part of speech is “weariness”?

“Weariness” is a noun.

How many meanings does “weariness” have?

“Weariness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a state of tiredness or exhaustion.

wear tire fatigue exhaust tucker fag languor ennui