What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tiredest
Example
After running a marathon, I was the tiredest I had ever been. [tiredest: superlative form of tired]
Example
She looked like the tiredest person in the room, barely able to keep her eyes open. [tiredest: adjective]
exhausted
Example
After a long day at work, I was completely exhausted. [exhausted: adjective]
Example
The team was exhausted after playing three games in a row. [exhausted: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Exhausted is more commonly used than tiredest in everyday language and is more versatile in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between tiredest and exhausted?
Exhausted is more commonly used in formal contexts than tiredest, making it a more formal synonym for extreme fatigue or exhaustion.
