What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
blearily
Example
She blinked blearily as she tried to wake up. [blearily: adverb]
Example
He looked at his reflection in the mirror blearily, still half-asleep. [blearily: adverb]
wearily
Example
She sighed wearily and slumped into the chair. [wearily: adverb]
Example
He walked wearily up the stairs after a long day at work. [wearily: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wearily is more commonly used than blearily in everyday language. Wearily is versatile and covers a wider range of contexts, while blearily is less common and more specific to tiredness affecting one's eyes or actions.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between blearily and wearily?
Both blearily and wearily are considered informal and casual in tone. They can be used in everyday conversations or informal writing.
