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Synonym Chooser

How is the word tire distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of tire are exhaust, fatigue, jade, and weary. While all these words mean "to make or become unable or unwilling to continue," tire implies a draining of one's strength or patience.

the long ride tired us out

When can exhaust be used instead of tire?

While in some cases nearly identical to tire, exhaust implies complete draining of strength by hard exertion.

shoveling snow exhausted him

When might fatigue be a better fit than tire?

Although the words fatigue and tire have much in common, fatigue suggests great lassitude from excessive strain or undue effort.

fatigued by the day's chores

When is it sensible to use jade instead of tire?

The meanings of jade and tire largely overlap; however, jade suggests the loss of all freshness and eagerness.

appetites jaded by overindulgence

When could weary be used to replace tire?

The words weary and tire can be used in similar contexts, but weary stresses tiring until one is unable to endure more of the same thing.

wearied of the constant arguing

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of tire Waves in rapid succession can tire swimmers quickly. Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025 Physical and mental stimulation are both great ways to tire puppies out and prepare them to spend the evening in their kennel at home. Jennifer Williams, CBS News, 3 July 2025 There's no worry of slipping, rolling ankles, or tiring your feet while sprinting, stopping, or changing direction across the court either. Molly Harris, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2025 Runs in them were short, quick bursts, relishing the feeling of power transferring through my feet but being careful not to tire and start clunking. Jonathan Beverly, Outside Online, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for tire
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  • All of these things can soften poop and move it through your system more smoothly—which helps keep those nearby blood vessels calm and cool.
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“Tire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tire. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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