Definition

In a way that shows extreme tiredness or fatigue.

Example

After a long day at work, she sighed wearily as she sat down.

Conversation

I came home wearily after that long day at work.

I can imagine! Those days can really drain you.

Yeah, I just wanted to collapse on the couch and relax.

That sounds like a good plan — you deserve a break!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Wearily** → It is formed from "weary" (from Old English *wērig*, meaning tired or fatigued) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "wearily" means in a manner that shows tiredness or fatigue.

Memory Tip

Think of feeling 'tired' ('weary') and doing something 'in that manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'wearily' describes how someone acts when they are tired.

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