burnout

//ˈbɜːn.aʊt//
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Visual representation of burnout

Noun

burnoutSingular
burnoutsPlural
1

A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress or overwork.

She took a month off work to recover from burnout.

2

The point at which a rocket engine stops operating due to exhaustion of fuel.

The rocket reached burnout at an altitude of 50 kilometers.

3

A person who is exhausted or has lost motivation, especially due to excessive work or stress.

After years of overwork, he became a complete burnout.