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exhaustion

[ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən]

exhaustion Definition

  • 1a state of extreme physical or mental tiredness
  • 2the action or state of using something up or of being used up completely

Using exhaustion: Examples

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

  • Example

    She was suffering from exhaustion after running a marathon.

  • Example

    The company's resources were stretched to the point of exhaustion.

  • Example

    The team's repeated failures led to a sense of exhaustion and frustration.

exhaustion Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for exhaustion

Idioms Using exhaustion

  • to work so hard that one becomes exhausted or sick

    Example

    He's been running himself into the ground trying to meet the deadline.

  • dead on one's feet

    extremely tired; exhausted

    Example

    After working a double shift, I was dead on my feet.

  • to suddenly become extremely tired or exhausted

    Example

    After running for two hours straight, I hit the wall and had to stop.

Phrases with exhaustion

  • mental exhaustion

    a state of extreme tiredness caused by prolonged mental effort

    Example

    Studying for hours on end can lead to mental exhaustion.

  • emotional exhaustion

    a state of feeling emotionally drained or overwhelmed, often due to prolonged stress or difficult circumstances

    Example

    Working in a high-stress job can lead to emotional exhaustion.

  • a state of being completely used up or depleted

    Example

    The athlete collapsed from complete exhaustion after finishing the race.

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Summary: exhaustion in Brief

Exhaustion [ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən] refers to extreme physical or mental tiredness, or the state of using something up completely. It can be caused by prolonged mental effort, stress, or physical exertion, and is exemplified by 'She was suffering from exhaustion after running a marathon.' 'Exhaustion' extends into phrases like 'mental exhaustion,' and idioms like 'run oneself into the ground,' denoting overwork, and 'hit the wall,' implying sudden fatigue.