Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
worn
adjective
/wɔrn/
Definition
having been used and damaged by long usage or wear; in a state of decline or deterioration.
Examples
- Her clothes were old and worn, showing the effects of countless washes.
- He had a worn expression on his face, suggesting he was tired from a long day.
- The worn down path led through the forest, indicating that many people had traveled this way.
Meaning
Something that is worn shows signs of usage and may be less effective or in worse condition than before.
Synonyms
- frayed
- tattered
- damaged
- degraded
- shabby
