adj
drawn
drawn
adj
1
Looking tired, strained, or unwell, especially in the face.
"After weeks of overwork, his face looked pale and drawn."
2
Ending with no winner; tied.
"The match was drawn after extra time."
How to Use Drawn
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes either an exhausted, strained look, or a game/contest that ended in a tie.
Common pairings
drawn and pale
a drawn match
Word Forms
more drawn comparative, most drawn superlative
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “drawn”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
After weeks of overwork, his face looked pale and _____.
Etymology
The past participle of draw.