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Explanation of "Knackered"

Meaning:
The word "knackered" is an informal British English adjective that means "very tired" or "exhausted." You can use it when you feel extremely worn out after a long day or a challenging activity.

Usage Instructions

• Context: Use "knackered" in casual conversations, especially when speaking with friends or family. It’s not typically used in formal writing or professional situations.
• Form: It is an adjective, so it describes a noun (usually a person).

Examples

1. "After running the marathon, I was completely knackered."
   (This means that after the marathon, I felt very tired.)

2. "I stayed up late studying for my exams, and now I'm feeling knackered."
   (This means that staying up late made me very tired.)

Advanced Usage

• You might hear "knackered" used in various contexts, such as after sports, work, or any exhausting activity.

Word Variants

• Knacker: A noun that can refer to a person who breaks down or wears out things. In some contexts, it can refer to someone who is exhausted.
• Knackering: The gerund form, meaning the act of making someone tired, e.g., "That workout was knackering."

Different Meanings

• In some contexts, "knackered" can also imply that something is broken or no longer functioning well. For example, "My old car is knackered."

Synonyms

• Tired
• Exhausted
• Worn out
• Fatigued
• Weary

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

• "Burnt out": This phrase means to be extremely tired or exhausted, often from overwork. For example, "After working nonstop for weeks, I feel burnt out."
• "Run out of steam": This idiom means to lose energy or motivation. For example, "I started the project with enthusiasm, but I ran out of steam halfway through."

Summary

"Knackered" is a friendly and informal way to express that you are very tired.

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Adjective

1. very tired

Synonyms

• drained