Burdensome

usgb/ˈbɜːrdnsəm/
adjective

Something that is difficult or tiresome to deal with.

The workload is burdensome to the employees as it is too much.
Visual representation of "burdensome" - Something that is difficult or tiresome to deal with.

Often appears as...

  • burdensome task
  • burdensome responsibility

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Disapproving

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Emotional Weight

Use 'burdensome' to express the emotional heaviness of tasks or responsibilities.

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Taking care of her sick pet became increasingly burdensome.
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Exaggeration Caution

Don't use 'burdensome' for small inconveniences; it's for significant difficulties.

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Studying for exams is challenging but not always burdensome.
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Personal Perspective

'Burdensome' can vary based on personal ability; what's burdensome to one may not be to another.

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He found the advanced math problems burdensome, while others enjoyed them.
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