English · Word Candidate

fatigue

/fəˈtiːɡ/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: fatigues · fatiguing · fatigued

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A weariness caused by exertion; exhaustion.

Noun

Examples

My husband stayed for some days with the magistrate at Cardwell, recruiting his health and recovering from his fatigues, for the passage between Cape York and Cardwell had proved the most tedious and anxious part of the voyage.

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).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A menial task or tasks, especially in the military.

Noun

Examples

Moreover, the habits of business are the most enduring of any; and Lord Norbourne's most positive enjoyment was in what are called the fatigues of office.

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).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To tire or make weary by physical or mental exertion.

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 4

Meaning · English

To wilt a salad by dressing or tossing it.

Verb

Examples

The handsome, silver-haired proprietor was absorbed in fatiguing a salad for a family party.

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 “fatigue” mean?

A weariness caused by exertion; exhaustion.

Is “fatigue” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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