burnt out

emotion condition

The term "burnt out" is commonly used to describe a state of extreme exhaustion or the aftermath of severe fire damage.

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Definition

B2Work and Lifestyle

(informal)Feeling extremely exhausted and unable to continue due to prolonged stress or overwork.

Example

After months of non-stop work, she felt completely burnt out.
He took a vacation because he was burnt out from the constant pressure.

B2Fire Damage

(general)Severely damaged or destroyed as a result of fire.

Example

The firefighters managed to save the house, but the garage was burnt out.
The burnt-out car was left on the side of the road.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "burnt out":

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