worn
worn Lexical Profile
worn Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Damaged, thinned, or shabby as a result of much use or age.
"He replaced the worn tires on his bicycle before setting out on the long tour."
Very tired, exhausted, or showing signs of prolonged stress or strain.
"The doctor looked pale and worn after working a thirty-hour shift at the clinic."
• verb
To have on one's body as clothing, decoration, or protection (past participle of wear).
"That traditional silk gown has been worn by three generations of brides in her family."
To damage, erode, or diminish gradually by friction or repeated use (past participle of wear).
"The stone steps of the ancient library have been worn smooth by centuries of footsteps."
• Rhymes for worn
Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English woren, the past participle of weren ('to wear'), modeled by analogy with strong verbs like tear/torn and bear/born, ultimately from Old English werian.