tireless

adjective

tire·​less ˈtī(-ə)r-ləs How to pronounce tireless (audio)
Synonyms of tirelessnext
: seemingly incapable of tiring : indefatigable
a tireless worker
tirelessly adverb
tirelessness noun

Examples of tireless in a Sentence

She has been a tireless advocate for reform. a tireless advocate for human rights
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Their strategic efforts have built momentum towards the introduction of a federal film and television production tax incentive and IATSE will continue its tireless advocacy with Congress and the White House to achieve that goal. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2026 Although Chavez received more public attention in the era for his work, Huerta was a tireless advocate and a unique voice for women in the agricultural industry at a time when their needs were ignored by male leadership. Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026 Angela’s tireless pursuit of creative expression through her work sets a standard that’s unmatched. Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026 In recognition of her tireless efforts to promote youth literacy, Santos was honored March 3 by her hometown of National City. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tireless

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of tireless was in 1605

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“Tireless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tireless. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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tireless

adjective
tire·​less ˈtī(ə)r-ləs How to pronounce tireless (audio)
: seeming never to get tired
a tireless worker
tirelessly adverb

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