Tired

Definition

Tired is an adjective describing a state of physical or mental exhaustion, or a lack of energy or enthusiasm. It can also indicate boredom or a lack of novelty.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈtaɪərd/
• Respelling: TY-erd

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈtaɪəd/
• Respelling: TY-uhd

Etymology

The word "tired" originates from Old English "tēorian," meaning "to fail, come to an end, or become weary." It is derived from Proto-Germanic "*teuzanan," meaning "to tire" or "exhaust," and has evolved in modern English to describe fatigue or weariness.

Derivatives

• Tiredly (adverb)
• Tiredness (noun)
• Overtired (adjective)
• Retired (adjective)
• Weary-tired (adjective, literary)

Synonyms

• Weary
• Exhausted
• Fatigued

Antonyms

• Energetic
• Rested
• Refreshed

Usage

The adjective "tired" is commonly used to describe physical or emotional fatigue. For example, "She felt tired after a long day at work." It can also describe something that is overused or lacking originality: "The joke is old and tired."

Related Terms

• Fatigue: Extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion.
• Weary: Feeling or showing tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep.
• Exhaustion: A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Physically or mentally exhausted: Describes a state of weariness from exertion or lack of rest.
  • Example: "After hiking all day, they were completely tired."
• Bored or disinterested due to repetition: Refers to a lack of enthusiasm or novelty.
  • Example: "He was tired of hearing the same story over and over."
• Used to describe something overused or lacking originality: Indicates weariness from monotony or predictability.
  • Example: "The campaign relied on tired clichés."