Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Burden.
How to pronounce burden:
Def 1 US
Burden - as a noun
An onerous or difficult concern
Example: "The burden of responsibility"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
encumbrance19incumbrance19load5onus4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
concern11headache17vexation18worry11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Weight to be borne or conveyed
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
load5loading9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weight13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
core6effect14essence9gist5The central idea that is expanded in a document or discourse
Burden - as a verb
Weight down with a load
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burthen12weight13weight downHypernyms (Closely Related)
charge12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unburden11Example Sentences
"The heavy suitcase was a burden to carry up the stairs."
"She felt the burden of responsibility as the CEO of the company."
"The financial burden of the mortgage became overwhelming."
"Caring for her sick mother was a great burden on her shoulders."
"The burden of proof lies with the prosecution in a court trial."
Word Game Points
Is BURDEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, burden is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BURDEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is BURDEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, burden is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBURDEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is BURDEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, burden is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBURDEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
