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noun

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How is the word fatigue distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of fatigue are exhaust, jade, tire, and weary. While all these words mean "to make or become unable or unwilling to continue," fatigue suggests great lassitude from excessive strain or undue effort.

fatigued by the day's chores

When can exhaust be used instead of fatigue?

While in some cases nearly identical to fatigue, exhaust implies complete draining of strength by hard exertion.

shoveling snow exhausted him

When could jade be used to replace fatigue?

The words jade and fatigue can be used in similar contexts, but jade suggests the loss of all freshness and eagerness.

appetites jaded by overindulgence

When is tire a more appropriate choice than fatigue?

Although the words tire and fatigue have much in common, tire implies a draining of one's strength or patience.

the long ride tired us out

When might weary be a better fit than fatigue?

While the synonyms weary and fatigue are close in meaning, weary stresses tiring until one is unable to endure more of the same thing.

wearied of the constant arguing

Examples of fatigue in a Sentence

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From foods to avoid while flying to the right (and wrong) way to exercise on a plane. July 23, 2024 Most frequent fliers—especially flight attendants—are all too familiar with feeling bloated, sniffly, and fatigued after a long-haul flight. Niccolo Serratt, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 July 2024 With all the anti-aging products on the market, feeling fatigued by which to use can be difficult. India Espy-Jones, Essence, 20 Sep. 2024
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This handheld showerhead is lightweight yet durable—no arm fatigue here, even after helping two little ones bathe. Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2024 Using whippets with alcohol may cause more feelings of confusion, fatigue, and lack of coordination, and taking whippets with stimulants might put additional strain on the heart and changes in heat beats or blood pressure, Forcier says. Katixa Espinoza, Them, 10 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fatigue 

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“Fatigue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fatigue. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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