worn

/wɔ:n/
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worn

The old book has a worn cover with faded lettering.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Affected by wear; damaged by long use: Describing something that shows signs of deterioration, thinning, or damage from extensive or prolonged use.
    • Showing the wearing effects of overwork, care, or suffering: Describing a person's appearance that looks tired, strained, or aged due to exhaustion, worry, or hardship.
Usage and Examples

  • Adjective (Describing Objects):

    • The worn carpet needed to be replaced. (The carpet was damaged and thin from long use.)
    • He slipped the book into his worn jacket pocket. (The pocket of his jacket was frayed or thin from use.)

  • Adjective (Describing People or Appearances):

    • After the long journey, her face looked worn. (Her face appeared tired and strained.)
    • The doctor had a kind but worn expression. (The doctor's expression showed signs of fatigue or care.)
Advanced Usage and Nuances

  • "worn out": Extremely tired or exhausted; also used for objects that are so damaged by use as to be useless.

    • I was completely worn out after moving all the boxes. (I was extremely exhausted.)
    • These shoes are worn out; I need a new pair. (These shoes are too damaged to be used anymore.)

  • "worn down": Reduced or weakened gradually through persistent pressure or use.

    • Her resistance was worn down by their constant arguments. (Her resistance was gradually weakened.)
    • The steps were worn down by centuries of footsteps. (The steps were eroded from long use.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Wear (verb): To have on one's body as clothing, decoration, or protection; to deteriorate through use.
  • Wear and tear (noun phrase): The damage that happens to something through ordinary use over time.
  • Well-worn (adjective): Showing signs of extensive use, often implying something is familiar, comfortable, or classic.
    • He gave a well-worn excuse. (He gave an excuse that is often used and familiar.)
    • A well-worn path led to the cottage. (A path clearly established by much use.)
Synonyms
  • For objects: Threadbare, frayed, shabby, decrepit.
  • For appearances: Haggard, drawn, careworn, fatigued.
Antonyms
  • For objects: New, pristine, unused.
  • For appearances: Rested, fresh, energetic.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • Worn to a frazzle: Extremely tired or exhausted.
    • By the end of the week, I'm worn to a frazzle.
  • Worn thin: Weakened or made less effective through overuse (often for non-physical things like patience or excuses).
    • His patience had worn thin. (He was becoming impatient.)
  • The worn path/track: A route that is commonly used and therefore clearly visible.
    • They followed the worn track through the woods.
worn

The old book has a worn cover with faded lettering.

Adjective
  1. showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
    • looking careworn as she bent over her mending
    • her face was drawn and haggard from sleeplessness
    • that raddled but still noble face
    • shocked to see the worn look of his handsome young face- Charles Dickens
  2. affected by wear; damaged by long use
    • worn threads on the screw
    • a worn suit
    • the worn pockets on the jacket

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