as in tired
depleted in strength, energy, or freshness
she was feeling very worn after a long day at work
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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
Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Though the property brings a touch of crisp composure to the landscape, just beyond the island remains salt-worn and wonderfully rugged.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Another possible culprit is a worn or broken belt.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Mimi Lien’s sky-high scenic design is an absolute wonder, with customary Indian iron gates, walls full of worn out posters of past Bollywood films, and housing filled with traditional Indian sounds coming from mridangams and tablas.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
The hat is a separate component, and it can be attached to the top of the sleeping bag and tightened for sleeping, as well as worn as a hood in poncho mode.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 2 June 2026
Indeed, most lightly worn used clothing, shoes, purses, sheets, towels and other household goods can be resold through sites like Poshmark and eBay or donated to charity.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2026
Quick wash is best for lightly worn clothes, not heavily soiled or stained items.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 29 May 2026
Historically, brands have used pumice stones to achieve a worn, stonewashed look — with stones often shipped from Mexico, adding transport emissions and cost to the process.
—ABC News, 28 May 2026
Tori Latham, Robb Report, 1 June 2026
The bras ahead are designed with that in mind, offering a close fit, supportive underwire, and versatile straps that can be worn multiple ways.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 1 June 2026
This dress, also worn by Leighton Meester, is a hybrid of the two heat-proof materials, creating a beautiful blend of crisp, sturdy fabric.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 June 2026
Along with Halle Bailey, Heidi Klum, Halle Berry and Hailee Steinfeld are among the famous figures who’ve worn pieces from the luxury fashion label.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
But, before adding them to your stash, the vintage seller urges caution when considering items worn directly against the skin.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Although this bag features a unique design, it can also be worn with a casual, more minimal outfit, as its neutral colorways pair easily with any outfit.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Meanwhile, Lopez proved that the versatile shoe can be easily worn with a dress.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 May 2026
While the first team changed from the third kit into the traditional red and white, Arteta’s staff donned shirts worn by the players.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Adjective
The worn penny tile floor and brick wall collection of show posters—Soundgarden, Butthole Surfers, Sonic Youth, Alice in Chains—are hallowed ground on any grunge lover's pilgrimage to the state.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Though the property brings a touch of crisp composure to the landscape, just beyond the island remains salt-worn and wonderfully rugged.
—Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Another possible culprit is a worn or broken belt.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Mimi Lien’s sky-high scenic design is an absolute wonder, with customary Indian iron gates, walls full of worn out posters of past Bollywood films, and housing filled with traditional Indian sounds coming from mridangams and tablas.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 3 June 2026
The hat is a separate component, and it can be attached to the top of the sleeping bag and tightened for sleeping, as well as worn as a hood in poncho mode.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 2 June 2026
Indeed, most lightly worn used clothing, shoes, purses, sheets, towels and other household goods can be resold through sites like Poshmark and eBay or donated to charity.
—Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2026
Quick wash is best for lightly worn clothes, not heavily soiled or stained items.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 29 May 2026
Historically, brands have used pumice stones to achieve a worn, stonewashed look — with stones often shipped from Mexico, adding transport emissions and cost to the process.
—ABC News, 28 May 2026
Verb
Percy Steinhart—the late designer of velvet slippers worn by the likes of Anne Hathaway, Lady Gaga, and the former king of Spain—was the owner of this Federal-style beauty in Litchfield, originally built in 1874.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 1 June 2026
The bras ahead are designed with that in mind, offering a close fit, supportive underwire, and versatile straps that can be worn multiple ways.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 1 June 2026
This dress, also worn by Leighton Meester, is a hybrid of the two heat-proof materials, creating a beautiful blend of crisp, sturdy fabric.
—Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 June 2026
Along with Halle Bailey, Heidi Klum, Halle Berry and Hailee Steinfeld are among the famous figures who’ve worn pieces from the luxury fashion label.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
But, before adding them to your stash, the vintage seller urges caution when considering items worn directly against the skin.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
Although this bag features a unique design, it can also be worn with a casual, more minimal outfit, as its neutral colorways pair easily with any outfit.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
Meanwhile, Lopez proved that the versatile shoe can be easily worn with a dress.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 May 2026
While the first team changed from the third kit into the traditional red and white, Arteta’s staff donned shirts worn by the players.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for worn
Adjective
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If tired, float or tread water until out of the rip current.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 June 2026
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The Ukrainian president also said the majority of Russians had grown tired of missile and drone attacks, inflation and fuel shortages, and were ready for peace.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
Verb
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After years of relying on mining, a relatively poor economy that was eventually exhausted, the island turned to tourism.—
Valentina Di Donato,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Jurors exhausted after emotional trial Jurors appeared emotionally exhausted after the verdict.—
Jennifer McLogan,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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The new feature comes amid consternation from website operators and creators that Google’s AI summaries have eroded the volume of referral traffic coming from the search portal.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Equipped with a sophisticated suite of instruments, the probe was designed to study the Martian atmosphere to learn more about how it is eroded, or blown away and thinned out by particles in the solar wind.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Once everyone got inside the event center Tuesday evening, a multigenerational group of people stood and sat in the aisles surrounding rows of chairs, where older attendees took priority.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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Clark then stood from the bench and was replaced in the lineup by rookie Raven Johnson.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Friday afternoon — as lines of weary travelers stretched from Amtrak’s customer service desk — dozens of Amtrak workers, clad in hard-hats and high-viz vests, could be seen from the western end of Platform 6.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
29 May 2026
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While Jack wants to sit in the pain of losing his best friend, Kate is weary from the weight of his emotions and desperate to find some levity again.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
28 May 2026
Verb
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At least 13 people were killed in the overnight assault that Ukraine’s military said involved more than 600 drones and dozens of missiles, including advanced hypersonics.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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Israel says 23 of its soldiers and four civilians have been killed over the same period.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
Verb
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The reef fish was often rubbed with salt and mixed with seaweed and a traditional candlenut relish called inamona.—
Sylvie Bigar,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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And that really rubbed committee members last cycle the wrong way and may have worked against them.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Verb
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These racist, sexist and abhorrent comments absolutely do not reflect the values of the Massachusetts State Police and are not tolerated within our ranks.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The outcome of the lawsuit remains to be seen, but the message – that antisemitism need not be tolerated – is clear.—
Nicole Russell,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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“Worn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/worn. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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