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Synonyms of haggard

6 similar words · 3 opposite words

Another word for haggard is drawn. Other synonyms of haggard are weary and careworn.

Synonyms and similar words for haggard

adjectiveLooking exhausted, worried, or poor in condition.

  • carewornWorn down by cares: showing the signs of long-term stress, tired and haggard due to prolonged worry.
  • drawnAppearing tired and unwell, as from stress; haggard.
  • raddledWorn-out and broken-down.
  • worn-out

adjectiveMore synonyms

  • wearyExpressive of fatigue.
  • woeworn archaicSynonym of careworn.

Opposite of haggard

adjectiveMore antonyms

Meaning of haggard

  1. adjective Looking exhausted, worried, or poor in condition.
  2. adjective Wild or untamed.
  3. noun A hunting bird captured as an adult.

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Questions about synonyms of haggard

What is another word for haggard?
Haggard has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as drawn, weary and careworn.
What is the opposite of haggard?
The opposite of haggard is active. Other antonyms of haggard are bright and cheerful.
What does haggard mean?
Haggard means looking exhausted, worried, or poor in condition.

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