Jaded

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈdÊ’eɪdÉ›d/
• Rhymes: -eɪdÉ›d

Origin

From jade ("worn-out horse"), possibly from Old Norse jalda ("mare"). Jade as a term of abuse for a woman dates from 1560.

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Full definition of jaded

Adjective

1. Worn out, wearied, exhausted or lacking enthusiasm, due to age or experience.
2. Made callous or cynically insensitive, by experience.

Synonyms

• (worn out) exhausted, fatigued, wearied — see also
• (Made callous or cynically insensitive, by experience) blasé

Related terms

• jade

Verb

1. jaded

   (past of jade)