drained

word · lemma: drain

/ˈdɹeɪnd/
/dɹˈeɪnd/

Definition

Feeling extremely tired and having no energy left; also used for something that has had all liquid or resources removed.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used in everyday conversation to describe exhaustion, especially emotional or mental tiredness ('I feel drained'). Also used literally for liquids ('the pool is drained'). Not as intense as 'exhausted', but stronger than 'tired'. Can refer to people, batteries, or resources.

Example Sentences

After working all day, I felt completely drained.

basic

The lake was drained to clean it.

basic

She looked drained after the exam.

basic

Wow, that meeting just left me drained.

natural

By Friday, I'm usually pretty drained from the whole week.

natural

My phone battery was totally drained by the end of the trip.

natural