Synonyms

frazzled

American

[fraz-uhld] / ˈfræz əld /

adjective

Informal.

worn-out; fatigued.

a party that left us frazzled.

Other Word Forms

unfrazzled adjective

Etymology

Origin of frazzled

First recorded in 1870–75; frazzle + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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In the financial crisis of 2008-09, the investment bank Goldman Sachs had a secret weapon: Its CEO, Lloyd Blankfein, was a lifelong worrywart with plenty of tricks for calming his own frazzled nerves.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

If you’ve had a nightmare of a journey, don’t arrive frazzled and in a bad temper.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 17, 2026

Starting the year on Radio 1's Sound of 2026 list suggests there won't be much let-up, no matter how frazzled the band seem to be.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

“Combining travel on the busiest days of the year with big group events can make you frazzled or anxious,” said Manhattan psychotherapist Justena Kavanagh.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2025

Mrs. Hameed ignores the chatter and goes on teaching without getting frazzled.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan

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