Careworn
/ˈkerwɔːrn/
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Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Weight
Use 'careworn' to emphasize the emotional toll, not just physical tiredness. 
His careworn eyes revealed the stress of personal losses.
Pro Tip 2/3Compassionate Tone
'Careworn' often suggests sympathy for the person described. 
She gave a careworn smile, evoking empathy from her friends.
Pro Tip 3/3Narrative Depth
In storytelling, 'careworn' adds depth to characters' backgrounds. 
The careworn soldier spoke of battles past.
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ExhaustFatigueHaggardStrainStressTireTroubleWeary
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