as in tired
depleted in strength, energy, or freshness
she was feeling very worn after a long day at work
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1
as in exhausted
to use up all the physical energy of
the job of running their own business wears them sometimes
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as in eroded
to damage or diminish by continued friction
all that walking every day wore the soles of my shoes very quickly
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as in stood
British
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
her marriage is so bad—I don't know how she wears it
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Recent Examples of worn
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2026
For his battle-worn, brooding rendition of the heroic outlaw in the A24 film, the Les Misérables actor shows off a long gray beard paired with silver locks—a far cry from other Robin Hoods portrayed by actors like Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, and Russell Crowe.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
Cuoco also shared photos of her beehive 'do alongside more images of Aniston’s hairstyle and outfit worn at the 2002 Golden Globes.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
The cream colored coat was from Fiona Clare Aldridge, another previously worn design.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Jan. 2026
Well-worn, patinaed pieces lend an easy warmth to a home, fostering a sense that the room’s decor has been thoughtfully collected over time—even if the house is brand new.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Deinert is 38, in a thick, worn hoodie, his brown hair cut short.
—Kirk Siegler, NPR, 29 Dec. 2025
Lululemon’s celeb-worn, TikTok viral Everywhere Belt Bag is quite literally everywhere—and for good reason.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
The company notes that the tool does not address every form of abuse, such as wardrobing, when customers return worn items.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025
Jem Aswad, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
Completing the collection, the Delta Slingbag ($3,400) can be worn across the chest or over the shoulder and has a large zipped compartment for your wallet, keys, and phone.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
It can be worn during cold-weather hikes, long travel days, sightseeing excursions, and everything in between, since the snug fit is incredibly flattering and versatile.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
Snag a base layer like this long-sleeve breathable T-shirt, which can easily be worn under jackets and sweaters.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
With McMillen’s styling, the actress has worn pieces from Simone Rocha to Zuhair Murad, Givenchy and more.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Johnson’s own tone has hardened as the week has worn on.
—Nik Popli, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Researchers have developed a new type of textile that can adjust its aerodynamic properties while worn on the body.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2025
Lady Gaga has worn the habit in music videos and on tour, while designers including Rick Owens have frequently played with the cloth caps’ austere form.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Those qualities align with the ever-growing vintage denim market, and denim mills’ and brands’ quest to recreate worn effects.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2026
For his battle-worn, brooding rendition of the heroic outlaw in the A24 film, the Les Misérables actor shows off a long gray beard paired with silver locks—a far cry from other Robin Hoods portrayed by actors like Kevin Costner, Sean Connery, and Russell Crowe.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 6 Jan. 2026
Cuoco also shared photos of her beehive 'do alongside more images of Aniston’s hairstyle and outfit worn at the 2002 Golden Globes.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
The cream colored coat was from Fiona Clare Aldridge, another previously worn design.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Jan. 2026
Well-worn, patinaed pieces lend an easy warmth to a home, fostering a sense that the room’s decor has been thoughtfully collected over time—even if the house is brand new.
—Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2026
Deinert is 38, in a thick, worn hoodie, his brown hair cut short.
—Kirk Siegler, NPR, 29 Dec. 2025
Lululemon’s celeb-worn, TikTok viral Everywhere Belt Bag is quite literally everywhere—and for good reason.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
The company notes that the tool does not address every form of abuse, such as wardrobing, when customers return worn items.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025
Verb
In the fall of 1987, Ronald Reagan was president, Bon Jovi was the breakthrough band of the year, and mullets were still worn without irony by people who were not country musicians.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 6 Nov. 2025
Completing the collection, the Delta Slingbag ($3,400) can be worn across the chest or over the shoulder and has a large zipped compartment for your wallet, keys, and phone.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2025
It can be worn during cold-weather hikes, long travel days, sightseeing excursions, and everything in between, since the snug fit is incredibly flattering and versatile.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
Snag a base layer like this long-sleeve breathable T-shirt, which can easily be worn under jackets and sweaters.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025
With McMillen’s styling, the actress has worn pieces from Simone Rocha to Zuhair Murad, Givenchy and more.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Johnson’s own tone has hardened as the week has worn on.
—Nik Popli, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Researchers have developed a new type of textile that can adjust its aerodynamic properties while worn on the body.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2025
Lady Gaga has worn the habit in music videos and on tour, while designers including Rick Owens have frequently played with the cloth caps’ austere form.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worn
Adjective
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The first turned a fourth-quarter fumble into a 59-yard score when Achane burst through a tired, and seemingly defeated Buffalo defensive front and outsprinted the Bills’ entire secondary to the end zone.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
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But that feels like a tired, outdated characterisation.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Wilson’s departure leaves Mizzou without both of its starting edge rushers from last season, as Zion Young exhausted his eligibility.—
Zach Sweet,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2026
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Back and forth, back and forth, until both are exhausted.—
Rosa Lyster,
Harpers Magazine,
6 Jan. 2026
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In particular, the city’s stormwater system is failing as pipes have eroded and caused sinkholes to pop up in some parts of the city.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
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But the Court’s authority itself has been eroded by years of partisan battles.—
Dan Perry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Protests surround store opening As customers first entered the new Shein store on Wednesday, riot police officers stood watch.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
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The original downtown Detroit space stood for more than 30 years but closed more than a decade ago.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The show is a humorous, achingly accurate portrayal of two weary immigrant women who’ve seen the shiny promise of a better life wear off quick.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Nov. 2025
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Nevertheless, most inflation-weary Americans are upset with the economy because the cumulative effect of higher prices have been wreaking havoc on the economy for the past five years – not because of tariffs, specifically.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Investigators also found eight 9 mm casings fired from a Glock pistol at the scene where Holmes was killed, according to the affidavit.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Jan. 2026
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Several districts in Kyiv were hit in the attack and an emergency medical aid worker was among those killed, according to Kyiv City Military Administration head Tymur Tkachenko.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Sometimes, Nat told me, Christian had rubbed some of the estrogen jelly into his skin.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
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Her words rubbed viewers and other contestants the wrong way, prompting a spat with fellow contestant Debbie.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In clinical trials, maca root has been described as safe and generally well-tolerated.—
Ashley Abramson,
Health,
4 Nov. 2025
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Let this be a warning that no attack on the exercise of religion — regardless of faith — will be tolerated in the Western District of Kentucky.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Worn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worn. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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