exhaustion
/ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic HealthWord #4501 in the learning path
筋疲力尽；极度疲劳
Definitions
n. A state of extreme physical or mental tiredness.
筋疲力尽；极度疲劳
n. The complete use of an available supply or resource.
耗尽；用尽
Example
After the long hike, he fell asleep from exhaustion.
长途徒步后，他累得睡着了。
Persistent exhaustion among healthcare workers can reduce the quality of patient care and increase staff turnover.
医护人员持续处于极度疲劳状态，可能降低患者护理质量并加剧人员流失。
Collocations
- physical exhaustion
- mental exhaustion
- the exhaustion of resources
Word family
- exhaust (v.)
- exhausted (adj.)
- exhausting (adj.)
- exhaustive (adj.)
Synonyms
- fatigue
- depletion
Usage tip
exhaustion不表示详述；exhaustive才表示详尽的。
FAQ
- What does exhaustion mean?
- A state of extreme physical or mental tiredness. The complete use of an available supply or resource.
- How is exhaustion pronounced?
- UK /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/, US /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
