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Burdensome (Adjective)

Meaning

Not easily borne; wearing; "the burdensome task of preparing the income tax return"; "my duties weren't onerous; I only had to greet the guests"; "a taxing schedule".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The elderly woman found it a burdensome task to take care of her husband with dementia all by herself.
  • The student felt the homework assignments were becoming increasingly burdensome, leaving her little time for other activities.
  • Paying off the large mortgage proved to be a burdensome financial obligation for the young couple.
  • Her parents' constant arguing at home created a burdensome atmosphere that made her feel anxious and stressed.
  • As the team leader, John shouldered the burdensome responsibility of making difficult decisions that affected the entire company.

Synonyms

  • Taxing
  • Onerous

Related Words

  • Burdensomeness (noun)
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