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Haggard

Verb / ˈhægɜ:d / Another word for haggard — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

looking exhausted and unwell, especially from fatigue, worry, or suffering

Synonyms & similar words

careworn raddled haggard gaunt drawn sirhenryriderhaggard worn bony emaciated skeletal pinched wasted riderhaggard cadaverous exhausted weary tired fatigued worn-out drained spent emaciated gaunt drawn skeletal cadaverous pale wan ashen hollow-eyed sleepless insomniac anxious stressed

Example sentences

  1. The haggard mother hadn't slept much since her baby was born.
  2. The haggard worker looked like he had been pulling all-nighters.
  3. The haggard soldier returned from battle looking worn-out and traumatized.
  4. The haggard student was studying for exams every night and hadn't had time to rest.
  5. The haggard athlete collapsed from exhaustion after the race.

Quotes

  • 'My heart is haggard, sad and free, / My weary soul would fly to thee.' - Emily Bronte
  • 'I am a haggard, torn, and bleeding thing.' - Percy Bysshe Shelley
  • 'I'm haggard and beat. I'm not going to pretend otherwise.' - James Franco

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