Forweary

/fɔrˈwɪri/ adjective

Definition

extremely tired or thoroughly fatigued; worn out.

Etymology

From Old English 'for-' (intensifier) + 'weary' (tired). Used to express the highest degree of tiredness.

Kelly Says

This is the adjective form showing how Old English had multiple ways to say 'really tired'—modern English collapsed these into one word, losing the beautiful gradient of exhaustion!

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