weariness
UK: ˈweəri.nəs | US: ˈweri.nəs
n. a state of physical or mental fatigue; tiredness
n. a feeling of boredom or lack of interest due to prolonged exposure
The word "weariness" originates from the Old English "wērig," meaning "tired" or "exhausted," combined with the suffix "-ness," which forms abstract nouns denoting a state or condition. The root "weary" has Germanic origins, linked to the Proto-Germanic *wōrigaz, conveying physical or emotional fatigue. Over time, "-ness" was added to create a noun form, solidifying the concept of a sustained state of exhaustion or disinterest.
After the long hike, a deep weariness settled into her muscles.
His weariness with the repetitive tasks was evident in his sigh.
The weariness in her voice revealed how little sleep she had gotten.
Years of stress led to a chronic weariness that affected his health.
The audience's weariness grew as the lecture dragged on.