exhaust

/ɛksˈhɔst/

Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of getting rid of something, especially a gas or liquid, in a slow and controlled way

“The car’s exhaust system was faulty, causing it to emit excessive fumes.”

2. noun

a feeling of tiredness or lack of energy, especially after doing something physically demanding

“After running a marathon, I felt complete exhaustion.”

3. verb

to get rid of something, especially a gas or liquid, in a slow and controlled way

“The engineer had to exhaust the system before shutting it down.”

4. verb

to use up or spend all of something, especially a resource or an energy supply

“The company will exhaust its budget by the end of the year.”

Synonyms

  • deplete
  • drain
  • spend

Antonyms

  • replenish
  • restore