Synonyms of wear out

wear out

verb

as in to wear

to use up all the physical energy of

keeping up with twin toddlers wears me out

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wear
• kill
• tire
• exhaust
• drain
• burn out
• wash out
• knock out
• bust
• weary
• tucker (out)
• wear to a frazzle
• harass
• outwear
• break
• waste
• fatigue
• do in
• fag
• do up
• weaken
• frazzle
• sap
• debilitate
• enfeeble
• enervate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• activate
• strengthen
• energize
• rest
• relax
• rejuvenate
• unwind
• invigorate
• vitalize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wear out

Weak link Assuming a longer time horizon is required for returns on AI capital, the neocloud sector could be the weak link in the AI value chain, especially because its equipment wears out and needs to be replaced so often. — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 15 Oct. 2026

These reactions require a lot of energy, which can reduce the efficiency of zinc-air batteries and cause their materials to wear out faster. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026

Before the constant stream of sarcastic Ultron commentary wears out its welcome around the series’ halfway point, the bad guy’s brevity is a nice counterpoint to all of the sentient ennui. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2026

The fabric is soft enough for lounging around at home, but thick enough to wear out to run errands or have dinner with your friends. — Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 7 Oct. 2026