Synonyms of wear and tear

wear and tear

noun

as in wear

the result of long and hard use

my favorite jeans finally succumbed to wear and tear and had to be replaced

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wear
• corrosion
• fatigue
• erosion
• decomposition
• deterioration
• disintegration
• abrasion

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• repair
• fixing
• reconstruction
• renovation
• rebuilding
• reconditioning
• patching
• mending
• revamping

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wear and tear

But after all the wear and tear, the palace was starting to show its age. — CBS News, 26 June 2026

These are also machine washable, meaning despite coffee spills and the general wear and tear of a fitful sleeper, these can be properly cleaned in the wash. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026

For a team that began the season with off days coming at a premium, a brief stretch with two open dates is a respite from the wear and tear of a long season. — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 25 June 2026

Made from a faux-leather material, it’s designed to hold up against everyday wear and tear. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026