haggard

/ˈhæɡərd/

ADJECTIVE

1. Exhausted and physically worn

Looking extremely tired, weak, or unhealthy, often as a result of prolonged physical exertion, lack of sleep, illness, or emotional distress.

Used to describe someone whose face or body appears thin, pale, drawn, or unhealthy because of exhaustion, illness, or poor physical condition.

The sleepless night left her looking pale and haggard in the morning.
The hiker emerged from the wilderness, his clothes torn and his appearance haggard.

Used to describe someone who appears drained, worn out, or visibly fatigued after prolonged activity, overwork, or insufficient rest.

Used to describe a person's visibly troubled or worn appearance resulting from prolonged worry, anxiety, stress, or emotional hardship.

The detective's haggard expression reflected the intensity of the investigation.
The prolonged stress at work made him look increasingly haggard over the weeks.

ADJECTIVE

Describing an animal that is wild, untamed, or not accustomed to captivity or human handling.

Used in historical falconry terminology to describe a bird, particularly a hawk or falcon, that is wild-caught or has not been trained for handling.

The falconer carefully handled the haggard bird before beginning its training.