Out of it

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adjective

Appearing to be not completely aware or awake, often from tiredness or drugs.

He was so tired that he was completely out of it.
Visual representation of "out of it" - Appearing to be not completely aware or awake, often from tiredness or drugs.

Often appears as...

  • feeling out of it
  • looking out of it

Usage tips

Colloquial

Idiomatic

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Context Helps

Check surrounding words to see if 'out of it' means tired or under the influence.

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After the night shift, he seemed really out of it.
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Impaired State

Use when someone is not fully alert due to exhaustion, sickness, or substance use.

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With the cold medication, she was totally out of it.
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Not for Seriousness

Better for casual conversation, may sound insensitive in serious situations.

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He's been out of it since the bad news.
Visual representation of the word "Out of it"

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