burdened

word · lemma: burden

Definition

Feeling weighed down physically or emotionally, often because of too much work, responsibility, or worries.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used about people feeling stressed or having too many responsibilities. Common collocations: 'burdened with debt', 'burdened by guilt'. Formal or written tone; avoids in very casual speech.

Example Sentences

She felt burdened by her many responsibilities.

basic

The donkey was burdened with heavy bags.

basic

He looked burdened by sadness.

basic

I don't want you to feel burdened by my problems.

natural

After getting the bill, he suddenly felt burdened with debt.

natural

She sounded burdened every time we talked about work.

natural