fatigue
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A feeling of extreme tiredness, usually caused by hard work, illness, or lack of sleep.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
exhaustion
weariness
Antonyms
energy
freshness
Usage notes
"Fatigue" is more clinical and serious-sounding than plain "tiredness," often used in medical or scientific contexts.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "By the end of the shift, _____ had made her hands start to shake."
Answer: fatigue
In your own words, what does "fatigue" mean?
A feeling of extreme tiredness, usually caused by hard work, illness, or lack of sleep.
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