Spent Definition
spent
adjective
- depleted of energy, force, or strength; "impossible to grow tobacco on the exhausted soil"; "the exhausted food sources"; "exhausted oil wells"
- drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted; "the day's shopping left her exhausted"; "he went to bed dog-tired"; "was fagged and sweaty"; "the trembling of his played out limbs"; "felt completely washed-out"; "only worn-out horses and cattle"; "you look worn out"
"Spent" in song lyrics
See how spent is used in real songs:
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"And being with her is how my time should be spent"
2 Live Crew — Mamalopenga -
"But this artifice flipped, your beans is spent"
3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood -
"Who holds your soul as the master your dollar spent"
3rd Bass — No Master Plan No Master Race
Words that rhyme with spent
Usage tips for "spent"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "spent" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for spent to find words that pair well.