The word of the day is drained Drained – adjective or verb (past tense of "drain") Meaning: Drained describes a state of being completely exhausted, lacking energy, or emptied out — either physically, emotionally, or literally (like liquid being removed). Definitions: 1. Physically or emotionally exhausted; very tired. 2. Emptied of contents, especially liquid. 3. Used up or depleted (energy, resources, money, etc.). Examples: 1. Emotional or physical exhaustion: After working all night, she felt completely drained. He was emotionally drained after the long argument. 2. Literal / physical meaning (liquid or energy removed): The sink was drained after fixing the leak. The battery was drained by all the apps running in the background. 3. Metaphorical: The crisis drained the country’s economy. All this stress has drained me of joy. Usage Tip: Often used with feelings: "I feel drained." Can also describe things: "A drained lake." or "Drained resources."