FED UP WITH

Tiny House

"Being fed up with life's hurdles teaches resilience and motivates the spirit to seek new horizons and opportunities."

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'fed up with' means to be annoyed, dissatisfied, or bored with something to the point of not wanting to deal with it any longer.

Examples in context

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'fed up with' means to be annoyed, dissatisfied, or bored with something to the point of not wanting to deal with it any longer.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable
No
This phrasal verb cannot be separated by an object.
Register
Informal
Commonly used in everyday conversation rather than formal writing.
Transitive
Yes
It requires an object to complete its meaning.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense Form Example
Present Simple fed up with I am fed up with this rainy weather.
Past Simple was fed up with She was fed up with waiting for him.
Present Continuous being fed up with Being fed up with his job, he finally resigned.
Present Perfect have been fed up with They have been fed up with the noise for weeks.

💡 When to Use

Expressing frustration
Use when expressing frustration or annoyance with a person, situation, or thing that has persisted for too long.
Example: "I'm fed up with my computer crashing all the time."
Describing a repeated problem
Use to highlight dissatisfaction with a repeated or ongoing issue that hasn't been resolved.
Example: "He's fed up with the endless meetings at work."
Conveying boredom
Utilized to express boredom from monotony or repetitive tasks that have lost their appeal.
Example: "She's fed up with eating the same meal every day."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect object placement
❌ Wrong: I'm fed up my computer with crashing.
✅ Correct: I'm fed up with my computer crashing.
💡 Tip: Keep 'with' directly after 'fed up'.
Incorrect tense usage
❌ Wrong: He fed up with the noise.
✅ Correct: He is fed up with the noise.
💡 Tip: Use 'is/are' for present continuous action.
Lack of object
❌ Wrong: I'm fed up.
✅ Correct: I'm fed up with the situation.
💡 Tip: Always follow 'fed up' with an object.
Practice

FED UP WITH - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

  1. Listen and repeat the audio as many times as needed to improve your pronunciation
  2. Use the audio as a dictation exercise, trying to write what you hear and understand
  3. Create a new sentence following the structure of the example sentences

Examples in Context

  • 1
    Listen to example

    After months of delays, they were fed up with the construction project dragging on.

    Urban Compact Living
  • 2
    Listen to example

    I'm simply fed up with this outdated software causing constant issues.

    Urban Compact Living
  • 3
    Listen to example

    She was fed up with his constant excuses and decided to move on.

    Urban Compact Living

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

tired of sick of

Antonyms

enthusiastic about

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"He was ___ the loud construction noise disrupting his workday."

hungry for
fed up with
pleased with
interested in

In Context

In the early 16th century, King Henry VIII of England found himself increasingly fed up with the constraints imposed by the Catholic Church. Initially, his dissatisfaction stemmed from the Church's refusal to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, as he yearned for a male heir. Frustrated and fed up with the lengthy negotiations and the Pope's constant rejections, Henry began to seek a radical solution. In 1534, fed up with the inability to align the Church's arguments with his desires, he enacted the Act of Supremacy, which declared him the Supreme Head of the Church of England. This decisive move allowed him to end his marriage and marry Anne Boleyn. However, the repercussions of his actions extended far beyond his marital issues. The English Reformation unfolded, a sweeping movement that redefined religious power and practices in England. Over time, many in England found themselves fed up with the ensuing turbulence and instability, which led to years of conflict and shifting alliances. Nonetheless, Henry's decision indelibly transformed English society and laid the groundwork for future religious reforms. As a result, a significant part of European history was written under the weight of a king fed up with traditional authority, catalyzing lasting change.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Fed Up With

What is the origin of 'fed up with'?

+
The phrase 'fed up with' likely originated from the idea of having absorbed or endured enough, akin to being filled up with something undesirable.

Can 'fed up with' be used in formal and informal contexts?

+
'Fed up with' is primarily informal. It's more suitable for casual conversation than formal writing, where explicit alternatives are preferred.

What is the difference between 'fed up with' and 'tired of'?

+
'Fed up with' conveys a stronger sense of annoyance, while 'tired of' can merely indicate boredom or weariness without strong irritation.

Related Phrasal Verbs

Explore more phrasal verbs in our dictionary:

tired ofsick ofhad enough ofworn out byfrustrated with
Browse All Tiny House Phrasal Verbs
Tiny House Phrasal Verbs - WeeklyCross
Alessandra Nóbrega
About the Author

Alessandra Nóbrega

History teacher who fell in love with English! This passion led me to specialize in languages and work on bilingual education projects. With 37 years in education, I believe learning should be meaningful – not just memorization.

Learn more about my journey



0%
Scroll to Top