drawn
/dɹɔːn/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Depleted. — Appearing tired and unwell, as from stress; haggard.
Adjective
Examples
The lean, drawn starvelings in their dream-stupefied state were jealous of my well filled out, prosperous form.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “drawn” mean?
Depleted.
Is “drawn” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.