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Synonyms & Similar Words
exhaustion
tiredness
weariness
lethargy
lassitude
weakness
sluggishness
torpor
languor
listlessness
enervation
prostration
debilitation
enfeeblement
inanition
decay
deterioration
feebleness
frailty
infirmity
languishment
malaise
somnolence
stupor
torpidity
apathy
indifference
inactivity
idleness
laziness
sloth
indolence
Meaning of Fatigue
A feeling of extreme tiredness or exhaustion.
Definitions
- A state of physical, mental, or emotional exhaustion, resulting from prolonged or intense activity, stress, or illness.
- * A decline in the performance or efficiency of something, especially a machine or a system, due to prolonged use or stress.
Etymology of Fatigue
The word "fatigue" originates from the Old French word "fatiguer," which means "to tire" or "to weary."
This Old French word is derived from the Latin word "fatigare," which means "to tire" or "to exhaust."
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a state of physical or mental exhaustion.
Example Uses
- The athlete's fatigue was evident as she struggled to finish the marathon.
- * The doctor warned that fatigue was a common side effect of the medication.
- * The company's fatigue management program aimed to reduce errors caused by employee exhaustion.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
energy
vitality
vigor
dynamism
animation
liveliness
enthusiasm
eagerness
alertness
attentiveness
activity
vigor
strength
robustness
resilience
stamina
freshness
invigoration
rejuvenation
renewal
revitalization