wearying

This term describes a specific type of exhaustion that stems from duration and repetition rather than a single burst of intense effort. It captures the feeling of being drained slowly over time, whether through physical exertion or the mental toll of a tedious task. While tiring refers to general fatigue, wearying suggests a deeper, more systemic depletion of energy or spirit.

In a psychological sense, the word often carries a connotation of irritation or hopelessness. When a situation is described as wearying, it implies that the persistence of the problem has eroded the subject's patience or will to continue, making it a common descriptor for bureaucratic processes or repetitive interpersonal conflicts.