Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bum-someone-out
Phrase
bʌm ˈsʌmwʌn aʊt
Definition
To exhaust or drain someone of their resources, energy, or enthusiasm, often leaving them feeling depleted or disheartened.
Examples
- After their constant requests for help, I felt like they really bummed me out.
- Trying to keep up with her energy levels all week began to bum me out.
Meaning
This phrase typically refers to a situation where one person causes another to feel worn out or lose interest, usually through demanding or needy behavior.
Synonyms
- drain
- exhaust
- demoralize
