overwearing
/ˌoʊvərˈwɛrɪŋ/
adjective
- Wearing out or exhausting through excessive use or strain.
- Constant criticism can be overwearing on a person's confidence.
- The overwearing schedule left the team exhausted.
- The overwearing demands of the job caused many to quit.
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noun
- The act of wearing something too much or too long, causing damage or fatigue.
- Overwearing of electronic devices can shorten their battery life.
- Overwearing of the same shoes can lead to foot problems.
- The overwearing of the carpet showed a clear path to the door.