Definition

Describes something that has been damaged or worn down by exposure to the elements, such as wind, rain, or sun.

Example

The old barn had a weatherworn appearance, with faded paint and cracked wood.

Conversation

Have you seen that old barn down the road?

Yeah, it looks pretty weatherworn after all these years.

I wonder how long it has been standing there.

Probably decades! It's amazing how the weatherworn look adds character.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Weatherworn → It is formed from "weather" (from Old English *weder*, meaning atmospheric conditions) and "worn" (from Old English *wyrnan*, meaning to wear away). The word "weatherworn" describes something that has been worn down or affected by the elements over time.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has been 'affected by atmospheric conditions' ('weather') and has 'worn away' ('worn') — that's what weatherworn means.

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