weary

Very tired after a lot of work or physical activity.

• The weary travelers needed rest.
• My legs grew weary after hours of walking.
• She was weary from working all night.

How to use it: weary from something (They were weary from the long journey.)

Similar words: tired, exhausted, fatigued

Opposites: rested, energetic

Common phrases: weary traveler, weary legs, grow weary

Showing that someone feels very tired.

• She gave a weary smile.
• His weary eyes closed as the train moved.
• There was a weary sigh from the kitchen.

Similar words: tired, exhausted

Common phrases: weary smile, weary eyes, weary voice

To make someone very tired, or to become very tired.

• The long walk wearied him.
• Hours of waiting had wearied the children.
• As the journey continued, we began to weary.

Similar words: tire, exhaust

Opposites: refresh

Common phrases: weary someone, weary the body, begin to weary