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noun

Synonym Chooser

How is the word fatigue distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of fatigue are exhaust, jade, tire, and weary. While all these words mean "to make or become unable or unwilling to continue," fatigue suggests great lassitude from excessive strain or undue effort.

fatigued by the day's chores

When can exhaust be used instead of fatigue?

While in some cases nearly identical to fatigue, exhaust implies complete draining of strength by hard exertion.

shoveling snow exhausted him

When could jade be used to replace fatigue?

The words jade and fatigue can be used in similar contexts, but jade suggests the loss of all freshness and eagerness.

appetites jaded by overindulgence

When is tire a more appropriate choice than fatigue?

Although the words tire and fatigue have much in common, tire implies a draining of one's strength or patience.

the long ride tired us out

When might weary be a better fit than fatigue?

While the synonyms weary and fatigue are close in meaning, weary stresses tiring until one is unable to endure more of the same thing.

wearied of the constant arguing

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fatigue
Verb
The dialysis treatment has taken a significant toll on his daily life — leaving him feeling constantly fatigued and unable to keep up with his usual activities. Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2025 Spurs lack quality on the ball and on top of it, the team are fatigued because Postecoglou can’t rotate them. Oli Gamp, The Athletic, 2 Feb. 2025
Noun
Despite criticism of his conditioning, Bailey attributed last year’s second-half slump to his swing, not fatigue. Justice Delos Santos, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2025 Read on for Konig’s trusted vetting process, as well as her tips for curbing client fatigue and encouraging design risk-taking. Mel Studach, Architectural Digest, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fatigue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fatigue
Verb
  • In the photo obtained by the outlet, Sia — known for obscuring her face on stage and at public events with oversized wigs — wore her long blonde hair in beaded braids, her eyes hidden behind dark sunglasses.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
  • For the show Campbell wore a form-fitting leather jacket with a matching bodysuit.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • While the world continues around them, parents of children with life-threatening illnesses experience profound exhaustion, fear, and anxiety.
    Friends of Karen, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
  • In a time of intense polarization, voters in municipal elections that were held Tuesday around the Chicago area showed encouraging signs of exhaustion with politicians’ drama.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Elon Musk's Tesla has become a rallying point for protestors outraged with how the world's richest man has insinuated himself into President Trump's administration and led efforts to slash government agencies.
    April Rubin, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
  • This transformation requires a conscious effort to rethink decision-making, leadership development and financial strategy.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • This is crucial for ensuring your hands don’t tire out, even during longer cooking sessions.
    Jessica Kanzler, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
  • The rump can withstand bites, scratches and other forms of attack effectively, until the predator tires out and moves on.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Trump’s weaponization of longstanding U.S. intel sharing, vis-à-vis Ukraine, could accelerate Five Eyes’ collapse.
    David Axe, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Many in Serbia believe the fatal canopy collapse was the result of sloppy work and a disregard for safety regulations because of government corruption.
    Michael Dorgan, Fox News, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The subpoenas seek documents related to labor negotiations and depositions from Stacy Davis Gates, CTU’s president and Jackson Potter, the union’s vice president.
    Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
  • To obtain government assistance before bankruptcy of GM and Chrysler in 2009, the union and the companies had to agree to additional labor cost savings and massive corporate restructuring, which continued into bankruptcy.
    Jackie Charniga, USA TODAY, 26 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Using archival newspaper reports and interviews with a local historian, here’s a blow-by-blow recreation of the Ashley Gang’s demise — from Sept. 12, 1924, the day of the Bank of Pompano robbery, to Nov. 1, 1924, the day police killed the gangsters.
    Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2025
  • When his family was away on trips, the thrift store owner would lure men to his home and kill them.
    Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 1 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Andreeva’s curly blond hair was slicked back into a braid, and sweat dotted her teal outfit.
    Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2025
  • The company can collect saliva or sweat samples from clients like the young boy.
    William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025

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“Fatigue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fatigue. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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