careworn

[ kair-wawrn, -wohrn ]

adjective

1. showing signs of care or worry; fatigued by trouble or anxiety; haggard:

   a careworn old woman.

careworn

/ ˈkɛəˌwɔːn /

adjective

1. showing signs of care, stress, worry, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of careworn¹

First recorded in 1820–30; care + worn

Example Sentences

By the time he announced his intention to resign, Benedict was 85, frail and careworn, and had cut down on his public appearances.

From Los Angeles Times

But Grace Greenwood of the New York Times noted his “pale, careworn, and sad” appearance.

From Washington Post

“That looks like everything, Tom,” Mr. Ebgard said to the careworn man across from him.

From Literature

As for Jason, he looked thinner, taller, and more careworn.

From Literature

He appeared careworn and weathered, at once eternally pugilistic and resigned to his fate.

From Washington Post