world-weary
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of world-weary
First recorded in 1760–70
Example Sentences
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The world-weary consumer of news might reasonably wonder if we’re headed into another version of climate alarmism.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 4, 2026
Brian Cox is one of Hollywood’s go-to guys when they need to convey something hard-edged and world-weary.
From Salon ● Dec. 9, 2025
Buggy Bear is no exception, the giant bear’s face looks world-weary and slightly apologetic.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2025
Gone was the innocence of the 1960s - and in its place, a post-punk performer of depth and world-weary experience.
From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2025
I tried sounding businesslike and world-weary, but when the day eventually came, my nerves kicked in and the true Mr. Sedaris revealed himself.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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