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threadbare

adjective

/ˈθrɛdˌbɛr/

Meaning

Worn out and thin from too much use; shabby.

His threadbare coat could not keep him warm in winter.

worn, shabby, ragged, tattered

new, fresh, luxurious

threadbare clothes, threadbare excuse, threadbare argument

well-meaning and kindly; generous

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

Relating to or denoting prehistoric monuments made of or containing large stones.

continuing forever; without end

Easily angered; quick-tempered.

excessive; beyond reasonable limits