Wearily/ˈwɪrəli/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Physical Fatigue Use 'wearily' to express physical exhaustion and the effort it takes to do something. He carried the boxes wearily into the new house. Pro Tip 2/3Diminished Enthusiasm Shows a reduction in someone's energy or excitement about a task or situation. The team continued wearily with their practice, despite the setbacks. Pro Tip 3/3Subtle Disinterest 'wearily' can subtly indicate a lack of interest without being rude. She listened to the speech wearily, hardly applauding.