exhaustion

/ɛksˈhɔstɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

a state of physical, mental, or emotional tiredness, typically resulting from prolonged mental or physical effort or stress

“After working two jobs for months, he experienced severe exhaustion.”

2. noun

the act of using up or consuming something, such as fuel or energy

“The car’s exhaustion of fuel led to a breakdown on the highway.”

3. noun

the act of exhaling or expelling air from the lungs

“The athlete’s exhaustion of air led to her collapse on the track.”

4. verb

to use up or consume something, such as fuel or energy

“The engine is exhausting its fuel reserves too quickly.”

5. verb

to exhale or expel air from the lungs

“The athlete exhausted all her air during the sprint.”

Synonyms

  • drain
  • fatigue
  • tiredness
  • weariness

Antonyms

  • energy
  • vigour
  • vitality