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
1
A state of tiredness or exhaustion.
"A deep weariness set in after the long shift."
2
A loss of interest or enthusiasm.
"Voter weariness with the endless campaign was obvious."
How to use weariness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTiredness, whether physical exhaustion or being fed up with something.
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Word forms
- Plural
- wearinesses
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Etymology
Comes from Middle English werynes, werinesse, from Old English wēriġnes (“weariness”), equivalent to weary + -ness.
Related words
Rhymes for weariness
business
ugliness
laziness
holiness
happiness
craziness
readiness
emptiness
manliness
dizziness
tardiness
heaviness
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Frequently asked questions
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.
