Synonyms for

Fatigue

Noun / fʌˈti:g / Another word for fatigue — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Extreme tiredness resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness.

Synonyms & similar words

tiredness fag outwear wear jade refresh tire weary weariness pall exhaustion weariness tiredness lethargy lassitude enervation debility weakness prostration burnout drowsiness sopor torpor hebetude listlessness apathy indolence inertia fatigation lassoitude

Synonyms by register

Formal

exhaustion lassitude debility enervation

Informal

tiredness weariness pooped worn out

Literary

wanhope heaviness

Antonyms

energy vigor alertness stamina strength liveliness animation

Common collocations

  • mental fatigue
  • physical fatigue
  • chronic fatigue
  • severe fatigue
  • combat fatigue
  • extreme fatigue
  • onset of fatigue

Word family

noun fatigue
verb fatigue
adjective fatigued

Usage note

Fatigue can refer to both physical and mental tiredness. It is often used in medical or scientific contexts. 'Combat fatigue' is a specific term for exhaustion experienced by soldiers.

Compare "fatigue" with another word →

Example sentences

  1. After playing all day, I felt fatigue and went to sleep early.
  2. The long hike left me in a state of fatigue.
  3. Mary's fatigue was due to her being sick for several days.
  4. The marathon runner collapsed due to fatigue.
  5. The firefighter experienced fatigue after battling a large fire.

Quotes

  • Fatigue is the best pillow. - Benjamin Franklin
  • The only cure for grief is action. - George Henry Lewes
  • Fatigue is the price we pay for being human. - Jose Bergamin

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words