Definition:
“Disgusted, completely weary of.” This expression, also phrased as ‘sick to death’ or ’tired to death’, suggests a level of frustration or boredom so intense it feels like one might succumb to it.
Synonyms:
- Fed up
- Had enough
- Exasperated
- Burned out
- Worn out
Antonyms:
- Energized
- Enthusiastic
- Invigorated
- Eager
- Alert
Related Expressions:
- At the end of one’s rope
- Had it up to here
- Burned out
- Sick to one’s stomach
- Out of patience
Humor-Filled Quotes:
- “I’m so sick and tired of being sick and tired.” – American Proverb
- “Oy, I’m over it!” – An Anonymous Grump
- “Being ‘sick and tired’ sounds exhausting—I’d rather take a nap!” – W. T. Wittywords
Proverbs:
- “When it rains, it pours.”
- “Patience has its limits.”
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
- Book: “On the Road” by Jack Kerouac – For those in search of new sceneries when life gets dull.
- Poem: “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock” by T.S. Eliot – Captures an existential tiredness.
- Song: “Tired” by Adele – Adele’s soulful lyrics about fatigue resonate deeply.
- Movie: “Groundhog Day” – Watching the same mundane day play out repeatedly can certainly wear one down.
Intriguing Titles for a Fun Read:
- "😵 Spent and Done: Other Drained Phrases"
- "😟 Overwhelmed to the Core: Common Weariness Idioms"
- "🤯 Burned Out and Bummed Out: Exploring Exhaustion Idioms"
- "😣 Had Enough? Dive Into Disgust Phrases"
- "😤 The Fed Up Dictionary: When Life Gets Old"
🖖 Inspirational Thought:
May you always find humor in the mundane, joy in the exhausted moments, and see clichés not just as overused phrases but as reflections of our shared human experience. Stay curious, stay invigorated—until you’re wonderfully, exhaustingly, beautifully “sick and tired” of exploring words.
With perennial wit, I. M. Overit