What are the definitions of “tire of”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

1Get bored of something.
She soon TIRED OF the course and dropped out.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “tire of”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb tire of is to become bored or lose interest in something or someone. It means that you no longer enjoy or want to do something because it has become repetitive or uninteresting.

What are the different verb forms of “tire of”?

Root Verb	tire of
Third Person Singular Present	tires of
Present Participle	tiring of
Simple Past	tired of
Past Participle	tired of

Example

I tire of watching the same movie over and over again.

Example

She tires of playing the same game every day.

Example

He is tiring of the same routine at work.

Example

They tired of the long road trip and decided to stop for a break.

Example

She had tired of the constant noise in the city and moved to the countryside.

What kind of phrasal verb is “tire of”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Intransitive verb

“tire of” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

I tired of the same lunch every day.

Example

She tired of the long lectures.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“tire of” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

I tired of the same lunch every day.

Example

She tired of the long lectures.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “tire of”?

Tire of someone

To become bored or lose interest in a person, often due to their behavior or personality.

Example

She tired of her friend's constant complaining and stopped hanging out with her.

Tire of something

To become bored or lose interest in an activity, situation, or object.

Example

I tired of the same workout routine and decided to try something new.

Tire of doing something

To become bored or lose interest in a specific action or task.

Example

He tired of doing the same chores every day and asked for a change.

Good things to know

Does “tire of” have an informal or formal tone?

Tire of is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is appropriate for everyday conversations, as well as more formal writing or speech, depending on the specific context.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “tire of”?

Synonyms

become bored
lose interest
grow weary
get fed up
become tired
grow tired
lose enthusiasm

Antonyms

enjoy
like
appreciate
love
admire
cherish
embrace