fatigue

Pronunciation: /fəˈtiːɡ/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B1 — Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work
  2. noun used of materials (especially metals) in a weakened state caused by long stress
  3. noun (always used with a modifier) boredom resulting from overexposure to something

Etymology

From French fatigue, from fatiguer, from Latin fatīgāre (“to weary, tire, vex, harass”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

weariness, tiredness

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
temporary state
Narrower (hyponyms)
loginess, eyestrain, jet lag, grogginess, exhaustion

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