drained

[dreɪnd]

drained Definition

  • 1having had all the water or other liquid removed
  • 2exhausted of physical or emotional energy
  • 3depleted of resources, money, or assets

Using drained: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "drained" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The pool was drained for cleaning.

  • Example

    After running a marathon, I felt completely drained.

  • Example

    The company's finances were drained due to poor investments.

drained Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for drained

Antonyms for drained

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Summary: drained in Brief

The adjective 'drained' [dreɪnd] can refer to the removal of liquid, as in 'The pool was drained for cleaning,' or to a state of exhaustion, as in 'After running a marathon, I felt completely drained.' It can also describe a depletion of resources, as in 'The company's finances were drained due to poor investments.' Synonyms include 'exhausted,' 'spent,' and 'weary,' while antonyms include 'energized,' 'refreshed,' and 'replenished.'

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