Definition

Tired or exhausted from a long journey or travel.

Example

After weeks of hiking, the wayworn travelers finally reached their destination.

Conversation

You look a bit wayworn today, did you travel far?

Yeah, I just got back from a long road trip.

That sounds exhausting! How was the drive?

It was great, but I definitely feel wayworn after all those hours.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wayworn → It is formed from "way" (from Old English *weg*, meaning a path or road) and "worn" (from Old English *wyrnan*, meaning to wear away or become exhausted). The word "wayworn" describes someone who is weary or exhausted from traveling along a path.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has traveled a long 'way' and has become 'worn' or tired from the journey.

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