
Weary
Physical Effort
Use 'weary' to express a deep physical tiredness, often from work or exercise.

The construction workers were weary after lifting heavy materials all day.
Subtle Exhaustion
'Weary' conveys a more profound exhaustion than 'tired' and can imply mental tiredness as well.

He was weary from the constant stress of meeting deadlines.
Gradual Tiredness
The word often suggests a slow build-up of fatigue, rather than sudden tiredness.

She grew weary as the hours passed by in the waiting room.
Compare with
DepleteDrainExhaustFatigueLanguidLethargicSpendTire
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