worn-out
adjectiveHow many syllables in worn-out?
There are 2 syllables in the word worn-out.How to pronounce worn-out:
Definition of worn-out:
- worn-out (adjective):
- exhausted or used up by or as if by wear
- worn or used until threadbare, valueless, or useless
- adjective. drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted.
Synonyms for worn-out:
all in
aweary
beat
beaten
bleary
broken-down
burned-out
burnt-out
bushed
clapped out
dead
decrepit
done
drained
exhausted
fagged
fatigued
frayed
jaded
knackered
limp
loggy
logy
moth-eaten
on its last legs
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