Word: Fatigue

Pronunciation

/ˈfætɪɡ/

Definitions

• Noun: A state of tiredness, weariness, or lack of energy resulting from exertion, illness, or mental strain. For example: “After a long day’s work, he felt extreme physical fatigue.”
  • Psychological fatigue: A condition characterized by decreased motivation, reduced concentration, and a decline in performance due to prolonged mental effort or stress. Example: “The constant stream of emails led to psychological fatigue.”
• Verb: (transitive) To make someone feel extremely tired or exhausted; to weary. Example: “The intense training regimen fatigued his muscles.”

Phrases

• “Physical fatigue”: Refers to the body feeling tired after extensive physical activity.
• “Mental fatigue”: Describes when one’s cognitive abilities become impaired due to extended periods of mental work or stress.
• “Combat fatigue”: Another term for battle fatigue or post-traumatic stress disorder, referring to the psychological and emotional exhaustion experienced by individuals exposed to combat situations.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She decided to take a nap to alleviate her fatigue from the overnight shift.”
• Verb: “The grueling marathon definitely fatigued his endurance levels.”

Synonyms

• Weariness
• Tiredness
• Exhaustion
• Lassitude
• Sleepiness
• Weary
• Jaded
• Overworked
• Worn out
• Burnt out