anti-fatigue

adjective

an·​ti-fa·​tigue ˌan-tē-fə-ˈtēg How to pronounce anti-fatigue (audio)
ˌan-tī-
: designed or intended to prevent or reduce fatigue
When you opt for a standing desk, youʼll need an anti-fatigue mat to keep your feet comfortable over those long hours standing while you work.Alan Henry

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Luckily, a simple and affordable fix like an anti-fatigue mat can help alleviate the stress and discomfort. Toni Sutton, People.com, 27 May 2025 Check out the 50 best overstock deals from the Amazon Outlet, including an anti-fatigue kitchen mat, a washable area rug, and even a full quilt set. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025 Wear supportive shoes and consider standing on an anti-fatigue mat to reduce pressure on your feet. 3. David Kesselman, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025 Droves of shoppers are also going after this Yeti rambler, this anti-fatigue kitchen mat, and this touchless thermometer that’s great for flu season. Clara McMahon, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025 We were also wowed by the discount on this cast iron Dutch oven and these anti-fatigue kitchen mats that take the pain out of standing over a countertop for minutes on end. Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025 Mira Modern Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat $55 $28 at Wayfair Preparing meals for the holidays can be tiresome, so consider this anti-fatigue mat that doubles as decor and provides relief when standing for long periods of time. Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024 And for extra—and crucially important—comfort, an anti-fatigue footbed and compression-molded EVA midsole provide responsive cushioning no matter how technical the trail gets. Outside Online, 22 Nov. 2024 Subscribers can also save on cookware, like this top-selling nonstick frying pan, appliances like this handheld immersion blender, and even functional decor, like this anti-fatigue mat and these under-cabinet light strips. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anti-fatigue was in 1865

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“Anti-fatigue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-fatigue. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

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