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BURNOUT

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There are 5 meanings of the word Burnout.

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Burnout - as a noun

The experience of long-term exhaustion and diminished interest, especially in one's career.

A marijuana addict; one whose brains have been burned out.

The shutoff of a rocket motor following the complete exhaustion of its fuel supply, or having been irreversibly throttled after the application of a planned delta-v.

The failure of an electrical device, usually through overheating due to the application of excessive power.

Using the throttle to spin the wheels of a vehicle being held stationary, causing the spinning tires to produce smoke and burn rubber.

Example Sentences

"He experienced mental burnout after working long hours for weeks."
"The athlete suffered from burnout after competing in multiple high-intensity events."
"She took a vacation to prevent burnout from her demanding job."
"The company implemented new policies to address employee burnout."
"John's burnout led him to reevaluate his career choices."
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Word Game Points

Is BURNOUT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, burnout is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BURNOUT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is BURNOUT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, burnout is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BURNOUT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is BURNOUT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, burnout is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BURNOUT has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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