WORNOUT Synonyms: 112 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈwȯrn-ˈau̇t

Definition of worn-out

as in tired

depleted in strength, energy, or freshness worn-out tourists heading back to their hotel after a hard day of sightseeing

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as in tattered

worn or torn into or as if into rags used a worn-out T-shirt for dusting the furniture

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worn out

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verb

past participle of wear out

as in worn

to use up all the physical energy of keeping up with twin toddlers wears me out

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Recent Examples of worn-out

Adjective

Palestinians have long called for mobile homes and caravans to be allowed in to protect them against living in impractical and worn-out tents. — Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026 How cancer starts Cells produce more cells to grow, replace older or worn-out cells or to repair damaged tissues. — Julie Phillippi, The Conversation, 21 July 2025

Verb

Somehow, more than 30 years later, Buzz and Woody haven't worn out their welcome. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 16 June 2026 It’s never been easier to find a simple dress that can be accessorized to fit any number of highly-specific themes (and worn out for drinks the weekend after). — Aemilia Madden, Vogue, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for worn-out

Recent Examples of Synonyms for worn-out

Adjective

But after two wars in nine months, there was a sense of tired resignation when news of the airstrikes hit Tehran Wednesday.

— Frederik Pleitgen, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Most transformation requests are really about a bottleneck someone is tired of working around.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of tired

Adjective

There was a phone book, camera film canisters, metal pins, the tattered remains of a baseball cap and an orange t-shirt with the outline of a giant thumbs up.

— Rylan DiGiacomo-Rapp, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2026
His main challenge will be to overcome Starmer's inability to deliver promised economic growth, repair tattered public services and ease the cost of living.

— ABC News, ABC News, 27 June 2026

Definition of tattered

Verb

Jelly Loafers Midi-length black dresses are a wardrobe staple, but they shouldn’t be limited to being worn with just your basic sneakers or heels.

— Michel Mejía, Glamour, 10 July 2026
They could easily be paired with any top and can be worn with sneakers, flats, or boots.

— Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Definition of worn

Adjective

While no special launch event has been announced, these popular toys will be available at participating restaurants until supplies are exhausted.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Historical evidence supports this portrayal to some extent, with exhausted monks leaving wry marginal notes.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026

Definition of exhausted

Adjective

This leaves ragged and bruised leaf tips behind that quickly turn brown and are more susceptible to disease.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
His hushed, ragged whisper feels suitably weathered, fitting a collection of songs that never are in a hurry.

— Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Pitchfork, 22 June 2026

Definition of ragged

Verb

Israel retaliated with a massive military offensive that has killed more than 73,000 Palestinians, Gaza’s Health Ministry says, around half of them women and children.

— Bilal Shbeir, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Hayati did not provide further details on the people killed or injured.

— Jamie Gray, NBC news, 9 July 2026

Definition of killed

Adjective

England’s team plane touched down in Kansas City early Monday morning following a tough World Cup match, and weary players headed to their hotel in Prairie Village.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Liberal return policies surged during the pandemic, with free return windows that can extend to as much as six months, as lockdown-weary shoppers drove an e-commerce boom.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 9 July 2026

Definition of weary

Adjective

Eric_Lynxweiler | Courtesy of Latinos in Heritage Conservation The Silver Platter, with its faded crimson awning along a stretch in Los Angeles’ Westlake District, doesn’t look like much from the outside.

— R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
The faded fabric, buttery-soft cotton, and contrast-trim neckline lend it a vintage vibe that won’t look out of place when paired with more contemporary pieces.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 28 June 2026

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