Today we will learn about other ways to say ‘tired.’
Do you know some substitutes of ‘tired?
Let’s start.
- Debilitated.
Meaning: in a severely weakened state.
E.g
“This treatment will debilitate her for several weeks.” - Enervated.
Meaning: feel drained of energy or vitality.
E.g.
“Getting locked in the small room for a long time enervated her to the point of collapsing.” - Bushed.
Meaning: extremely tired, exhausted.
E.g.
“That project completely bushed him.” - Knackered
Meaning: to be thoroughly exhausted or worn out.
E.g.
“I was knackered at the end of the competition.”
Compiled and written by @sherlydarmali for @EnglishTips4U on Sunday, March 29, 2020.
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