Definition

Causing difficulty or trouble; heavy to bear or deal with.

Example

The new regulations were seen as burdensome by many small business owners.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I feel like all this homework is really burdensome right now.

I totally get that! It can be overwhelming sometimes.

Yeah, I wish we could just take a break from it all.

Me too! A little break would definitely help us recharge.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Burdensome → It is formed from "burden" (from Old English "byrðen", meaning a load or weight) and "-some" (meaning characterized by or causing). The word "burdensome" describes something that is characterized by causing a heavy load or difficulty.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'burden' as a heavy 'load' and '-some' meaning it causes something. So, burdensome means something that causes a heavy load or difficulty.

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