Extremely tired or exhausted. Can also mean broken or worn out when referring to objects.
Knackered
Example Sentences
"I'm absolutely knackered after that long hike."
"She was too knackered to go out after working a double shift."
"The kids have been running around all day and now they're knackered."
Etymology & History
British meaning exhausted. See earlier entry. From 'knacker' (horse slaughterer). More emphatic than 'tired'. Can also mean broken (objects).
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Region
General British
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Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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