Fagged

Adjective

Definition: Extremely tired or exhausted.

Synonyms: Fatigued, Worn-out, Spent, Drained

Antonyms: Energized, Refreshed

Examples:

After running a marathon, he was completely fagged.
The long hike left us fagged and in desperate need of rest.

Mnemonics:

Think of "fagged" as a past participle form of "fatigue," indicating extreme tiredness.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "fagged" comes from the older verb "to fag," which means to work hard or suffer from fatigue. It originated in the late 18th century and was primarily used in British English.

Historical Usage:

In the past, "fagged" was commonly used in British literature and expressions to describe being tired or worn out.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Dead fagged"

Explanation:

This phrase intensifies the feeling of exhaustion, emphasizing extreme tiredness.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "fagged" with a derogatory term related to homosexuality.

Explanation:

While "fagged" sounds similar to a derogatory term, they have different meanings and origins. In the context of being extremely tired, "fagged" does not have any connection or connotation with homosexuality.