Burdensomely: meaning, definitions and examples
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burdensomely
[ ˈbɜrdənzəmli ]
manner of carrying
Burdensomely refers to doing something in a way that causes burden or difficulty. It implies an excessive or heavy load that adds strain or makes a task more challenging than it needs to be.
Synonyms
cumbersomely, heavily, oppressively.
Examples of usage
- Tasks were accomplished burdensomely, requiring more effort than anticipated.
- He worked burdensomely, struggling to manage multiple projects at once.
- The regulations were burdensomely complicated for small businesses.
- She explained her situation burdensomely, detailing every hardship in her day-to-day life.
Translations
Translations of the word "burdensomely" in other languages:
🇵🇹 onerosa
🇮🇳 बोझिल
🇩🇪 belastend
🇮🇩 memberatkan
🇺🇦 обтяжливо
🇵🇱 ciężko
🇯🇵 負担が大きい
🇫🇷 lourdement
🇪🇸 gravemente
🇹🇷 ağır bir şekilde
🇰🇷 부담스럽게
🇸🇦 ثقيل
🇨🇿 zatěžující
🇸🇰 zaťažujúco
🇨🇳 沉重地
🇸🇮 obremenjujoče
🇮🇸 þungt
🇰🇿 ауыр
🇬🇪 ძალიან მძიმე
🇦🇿 ağır
🇲🇽 pesadamente
Etymology
The word 'burdensomely' is derived from the adjective 'burdensome', which dates back to the late Middle English period, originating from the word 'burden' combined with the suffix '-some'. The term 'burden' itself stems from the Old English 'byrðen', which conveys the idea of a weight or load. Over time, 'burdensome' evolved to describe that which causes difficulty, discomfort, or an oppressive weight in various contexts, leading naturally to the adverbial form 'burdensomely' to express actions performed in such a taxing manner. Its usage reflects a historical concern with labor, responsibility, and the psychological or physical loads carried by individuals and societies.