inanition

noun

Definition of inanitionnext
as in exhaustion

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Recent Examples of inanition America, which is entertaining itself to inanition, has never experienced a scarcity of entertainment. — George Will, Twin Cities, 5 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inanition
  1. exhaustion
  2. prostration
  3. illness
Noun
  • When leaders pour their love into the world outside and don't save any for themselves, the difference leads to exhaustion.
    — Gregory Stebbins, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Meganalisis said the results reflect a post-disaster mood defined by anger and emotional exhaustion.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of exhaustion
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  • When the net finally rippled, Yamal dropped to the ground in sujood — an Islamic prostration of gratitude — in a moment that immediately went viral.
    — Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
  • Travelers can also stay overnight to meditate, share meals, learn more about the temple’s Seon sect, and participate in the 108 prostrations.
    — Peggy Orenstein, AFAR Media, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of prostration
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  • Inter Miami paid tribute to Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, after his death following an illness was announced on Saturday.
    — Avi Creditor, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • His illness became a topic of discussion during the 2026 World Cup, when his family acknowledged a health situation as Lionel Messi competed.
    — Shayna Jacobs, NBC news, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of illness

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