Meaning of the word tired in English

What does tired mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tired

US /taɪrd/

UK /taɪəd/

in need of sleep or rest; weary

Example:

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I'm so tired, I could sleep for a week.

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After a long day at work, she felt completely tired.

Synonym:

weary exhausted fatigued drained sleepy

having had enough of something; bored or annoyed by something

Example:

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I'm tired of all these excuses.

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She's getting tired of his constant complaining.

Synonym:

bored fed up sick of annoyed exasperated