tired

adjective

ˈtī(-ə)rd 

1

: drained of strength and energy : fatigued often to the point of exhaustion

2

: obviously worn by hard use : run-down

3

: trite, hackneyed

tiredly adverb

tiredness noun

Synonyms

• exhausted
• weary
• wearied
• drained

Examples of tired in a Sentence

I was really tired after the long trip.

She's too tired to go out tonight.

The children were tired after the hike.

We had to listen to the same old tired excuses again.

Recent Examples on the Web

If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current. —Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 24 Aug. 2025

Clearly, the fans are tired of Smith's constant issues with James. —Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025

The lightweight, fast-drying serum contains caffeine to visibly reduce puffiness and perk up tired eyes, while glycerin delivers a surge of hydration to smooth and refresh the delicate skin. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 22 Aug. 2025

The organization said Luhn was conscious, but tired when he was found that morning, according to CNN. —David Chiu, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing tired

• dog tired
• one tired puppy
• sick and tired

Rhymes for tired

• fired
• hired
• quired
• sired
• wired
• acquired
• admired
• backfired
• conspired
• desired
• enquired
• hardwired

Kids Definition

tired

1 of 2 adjective

ˈtī(ə)rd

1

: weary entry 1 sense 1

2

: used over and over again

the same tired old excuse

tiredly adverb

tiredness noun

tired

2 of 2 adjective

: having tires

Medical Definition

tired

adjective

ˈtī(ə)rd 

: drained of strength and energy : fatigued often to the point of exhaustion