Well worn

adjective

Used or worn a lot over a period of time.

He had a well-worn pair of running shoes that he used every day.
Visual representation of "well worn" - Used or worn a lot over a period of time
adjective

Known or used by many people.

The path up the mountain is well-worn from all the hikers.
Visual representation of "well worn" - Known or used by many people
adjective

Repeated too often, overused.

His joke has become a well-worn cliché.
Visual representation of "well worn" - Repeated too often, overused

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Disapproving

adjective

Used or worn a lot over a period of time.

He had a well-worn pair of running shoes that he used every day.
Visual representation of "well worn" - Used or worn a lot over a period of time
adjective

Known or used by many people.

The path up the mountain is well-worn from all the hikers.
Visual representation of "well worn" - Known or used by many people
adjective

Repeated too often, overused.

His joke has become a well-worn cliché.
Visual representation of "well worn" - Repeated too often, overused

Usage tips

Disapproving

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Physical Items

Often refers to tangible items, like clothing, that show wear.

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Her well-worn jeans had holes at the knees.
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Positive Sentiment

Can imply a cherished or favorite item, not just old.

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His well-worn leather jacket was like an old friend.
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Shows History

Indicates something has been through many experiences.

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The well-worn teddy bear sat atop the shelf.
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Physical Items

Often refers to tangible items, like clothing, that show wear.

Illustration for Physical Items
Her well-worn jeans had holes at the knees.
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Positive Sentiment

Can imply a cherished or favorite item, not just old.

Illustration for Positive Sentiment
His well-worn leather jacket was like an old friend.
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Shows History

Indicates something has been through many experiences.

Illustration for Shows History
The well-worn teddy bear sat atop the shelf.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Physical Items

Often refers to tangible items, like clothing, that show wear.

Illustration for Physical Items
Her well-worn jeans had holes at the knees.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Positive Sentiment

Can imply a cherished or favorite item, not just old.

Illustration for Positive Sentiment
His well-worn leather jacket was like an old friend.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Shows History

Indicates something has been through many experiences.

Illustration for Shows History
The well-worn teddy bear sat atop the shelf.
Visual representation of the word "Well worn"

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