Meaning of the word fatigue in English

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fatigue

US /fəˈtiːɡ/

UK /fəˈtiːɡ/

extreme tiredness, typically resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness

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The doctor diagnosed her with chronic fatigue.

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He felt a deep sense of fatigue after the long journey.

Synonym:

exhaustion weariness tiredness languor debility

the weakening of a material caused by repeatedly applied loads

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Metal fatigue can lead to structural failure in aircraft.

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Engineers must account for material fatigue when designing bridges.

cause to undergo fatigue

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The continuous stress began to fatigue the metal components.

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Long hours of work can fatigue even the strongest individuals.

Synonym:

tire exhaust wear out drain enervate

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fatigued chronic fatigue syndrome