burned-out

/bərnd aʊt/
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Definitions of burned-out
  1. adjective
    destroyed or badly damaged by fire
    synonyms: burned, burned-over, burnt, burnt-out
    destroyed
    spoiled or ruined or demolished
  2. adjective
    inoperative as a result of heat or friction
    “a burned-out picture tube”
    synonyms: burnt-out
    unserviceable
    not ready for service
  3. adjective
    exhausted as a result of longtime stress
    “she was burned-out before she was 30”
    synonyms: burnt-out
    tired
    depleted of strength or energy
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