Burden

usgb/ˈbɜːrdn/
noun

Something heavy that you have to carry.

The fireman lifted the burden of the old woman out of the burning house.
Visual representation of "burden" - Something heavy that you have to carry.

Often appears as...

  • carry a burden
  • heavy burden
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Physical Load

Refers to actual objects that are difficult to carry due to weight or size.

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Hikers often share the burden of the group's supplies.
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Not Always Literal

Can describe emotional stress similar to carrying something heavy.

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After the loss, the grief became a heavy burden for her.
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