Synonyms of exhaustion

exhaustion

noun

ig-ˈzȯs-chən 

as in fatigue

a complete depletion of energy or strength

with all of the work and activity that the holiday season brings, the working couple was on the point of exhaustion

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fatigue
• collapse
• tiredness
• weariness
• burnout
• disablement
• prostration
• lassitude
• weakness
• faintness
• frazzle
• impotence
• debility
• feebleness
• lethargy
• infirmity
• debilitation
• enervation
• inertia
• stupor
• frailty
• slumber
• languor
• enfeeblement
• apathy
• sluggishness
• listlessness
• passivity
• torpor
• frailness
• overfatigue
• torpidity
• passiveness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• rejuvenation
• refreshment
• energy
• revitalization
• vigor
• vitality
• strength
• power
• starch
• sap
• dash
• muscle
• drive
• punch
• bounce
• liveliness
• ginger
• pep
• verve
• go
• potency
• vim
• zip
• snap
• rejuvenescence
• zing
• might
• vivacity
• puissance
• briskness
• spiritedness
• sprightliness
• vivaciousness
• jauntiness

Examples of exhaustion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The reasons behind the departures range from exhaustion to the competing pressures of working from home and juggling childcare responsibilities. —Mia Taylor, Parents, 26 Sep. 2024

There is even a condition identified as Relocation Depression, with symptoms that can include sadness and exhaustion. —Sarah Hernholm, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024

Taking mini breaks can help prevent burnout and severe exhaustion or mental health episodes, according to Joseph. —Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 2 Oct. 2024

Those thoughts can take many forms: fear of being made fun of at school, worrying something bad is about to happen, or not liking yourself, for example. Especially for younger kids, feelings in the body like stomachaches, headaches and exhaustion can act as signals of mental health issues. —Cleo Krejci, Journal Sentinel, 26 Sep. 2024