Synonyms for

Drained

Verb / dreɪnd / Another word for drained — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Drained means to remove all the liquid from something or to become very tired and weak.

Synonyms & similar words

knackered undrained runout drain dead enfeeble debilitate exhausted fatigued weary spent empty depleted sapped enervated shriveled shrunk parched desiccated dehydrated evaporated wilted drooping fading dimming

Synonyms by register

Formal

exhausted depleted fatigued prostrate

Informal

worn out beat pooped knackered spent

Literary

enervated wan lassitude

Antonyms

energetic invigorated lively refreshed restored vigorous active

Common collocations

  • feeling drained
  • completely drained
  • drained of energy
  • drained the battery
  • drained the swamp
  • drained the life out of
  • drained the blood

Word family

noun drainage
verb drain
adjective drained

Usage note

Can refer to physical or emotional exhaustion. 'Drained' is often used to describe a state of being completely without energy.

Example sentences

  1. After running the marathon, I was completely drained.
  2. I drained the water from the sink.
  3. The batteries in my toy car drained quickly.
  4. The river dried up and the land became drained of water.
  5. I feel drained after staying up all night studying for my test.

Quotes

  • I have yet to drain my energy, my stamina, or my drive. There is no finish line; there is no end point.
  • An idea can turn to dust or magic, depending on the talent that rubs against it.
  • When you are drained or distracted by everything going on around you, it is easy to forget that God is always with you.

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