B2adjectiveformalemotionshealth
US/ˈwɪr.i/
UK/ˈwɪə.ri/
very tired, especially after doing something for a long time; also bored with something
In context
After twelve hours on the bus, the weary travelers finally reached Sa Pa.
People are growing weary of the constant price rises.
She gave a weary sigh and opened another pile of reports.
Words that go with weary
adjective + preposition
- weary ofVoters are weary of empty promises.
verb + adjective
- grow wearyThe children grew weary after the long walk.
adjective + noun
- weary travelersThe small inn welcomed weary travelers.
- weary sighHe let out a weary sigh.
noun + noun
- war-wearyThe war-weary people only wanted peace.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I'm weary with this job.Correct: I'm weary of this job.