What does the term wits end means?

"Wits' end" means to be completely out of ideas, patience, or resources, often due to a stressful or difficult situation. It implies a feeling of being overwhelmed, exhausted, and desperate.

Here's a breakdown:

* Wits: Refers to your intelligence, understanding, and ability to think clearly.

* End: Indicates the limit of your abilities or resources.

Example: "After days of searching for my lost keys, I was at my wits' end."

Other expressions with a similar meaning:

* At the end of your rope

* At your breaking point

* At the edge of your sanity

* At the end of your tether

These phrases all express a state of extreme frustration, exhaustion, and helplessness.