haggard
word
Definition
If someone looks haggard, they appear tired, weak, or worn out, often because of worry, illness, or lack of sleep.
Usage & Nuances
'Haggard' is formal and mostly describes a person's face or appearance, not their health in general. Often used after stress, illness, or emotional hardship. Commonly paired: 'look haggard', 'appeared haggard'. Do not confuse with 'hungry' or 'gaunt' (which is more about weight loss).
Example Sentences
She looked haggard because she had been sick for days.
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You look a bit haggard—did you get any sleep last night?
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After the stressful week, her face was noticeably haggard.
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He tried to smile, but his haggard eyes told the real story.
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He looked haggard after working all night.
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The haggard man sat quietly in the corner.
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