jaded
UK: ˈdʒeɪdɪd | US: ˈdʒeɪdɪd
adj. 1. Worn out or exhausted, typically from overwork or prolonged stress.
adj. 2. Dulled or lacking enthusiasm due to overexposure or excess.
adj. 3. (Archaic) Rendered dull or insipid, as in flavor or color.
The word "jaded" originates from the 16th-century term "jade," referring to a worn-out or worthless horse (derived from Old French "jade"). By the 18th century, "jaded" evolved metaphorically to describe humans exhausted or dulled by overuse, mirroring the fatigue of an overworked horse. The suffix "-ed" standardizes it as an adjective. The logic reflects a vivid transition from literal animal fatigue to human psychological or sensory depletion.
After years of repetitive tasks, she felt jaded and uninspired.
The critic’s jaded palate could no longer appreciate simple flavors.
His jaded attitude toward politics stemmed from decades of disillusionment.
The once-vibrant painting now looked jaded under the harsh sunlight.
Travel enthusiasts may become jaded after visiting too many tourist spots.