SINCE 1828
overtired
adjective
over·tired
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Definition of overtired
: excessively tired (as from overexertion or lack of sleep)
feeling overtired The following morning, Mrs. Inglethorp stayed in bed to breakfast, as she was rather overtired.— Agatha Christie It isn't only our children who become overtired, overstressed, and out of control at times. We do, too.— Joyce Maynard
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overtired
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of overtired
: extremely tired
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