Worn/wɔːrn/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Physical Wear Indicates physical deterioration from repeated use or age. The pages of the library book were worn from many readings. Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Metaphor Can be used metaphorically to describe emotional fatigue. Her smile was worn by the end of the difficult day. Pro Tip 3/3Positive Connotation Sometimes implies comfort and familiarity, despite being old. He always returned to his worn armchair, loving its familiar shape.