Worn out

verb

  1. To cause (something) to become damaged, useless, or ineffective through continued use, especially hard, heavy, or careless use.

    He wears a pair of tennis shoes out every summer.

  2. To deteriorate or become unusable or ineffective due to continued use, exposure, or strain.

    My shoes wear out quickly now that I walk to work.

  3. To exhaust; to cause or contribute to another's exhaustion, fatigue, or weariness, as by continued strain or exertion.

    Our physical advantage allowed us to wear the other team out and win.

Synonyms: outwear

adjective

  1. Damaged and useless due to hard or continued use.

    That old tractor is worn out.

  2. Exhausted or fatigued from exertion.

    I was worn out after all that work.

Synonyms: outworn, tired

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