weary

Definitions


[ˈwɪəri], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- feeling or showing extreme tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion
(e.g: he gave a long, weary sigh)

- reluctant to see or experience any more of; tired of
(e.g: she was weary of their constant arguments)


Phrases:
- no rest for the weary

Origin:
Old English wērig, wǣrig, of West Germanic origin


[ˈwɪəri], (Verb)

Definitions:
- cause to become tired
(e.g: she was wearied by her persistent cough)

- grow tired of or bored with
(e.g: she wearied of the sameness of her life)

- be distressed; fret
(e.g: don't think I'm wearying about not being able to paint any more)


Phrases:
- no rest for the weary

Origin:
Old English wērig, wǣrig, of West Germanic origin




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