Definition

Describing something that has been pulled or extended, often referring to a situation that is prolonged or extracted.

Example

The outdrawn negotiations left everyone feeling exhausted and frustrated.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I feel so outdrawn after that long meeting today.

Yeah, those meetings can really drain your energy.

I know, right? I just want to relax now.

Let's grab some coffee and unwind a bit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outdrawn → It is formed from "out-" (meaning outside or beyond) and "drawn" (the past participle of "draw", which comes from Old English "dragan", meaning to pull or drag). The word "outdrawn" refers to something that has been pulled or drawn out beyond a certain limit or boundary.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'pulled out' ('drawn') beyond its usual limits ('out-'). This helps you remember that 'outdrawn' means something that has been extended or drawn out.

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