Unburdened: meaning, definitions and examples
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unburdened
[ ʌnˈbɜːrdənd ]
state of being
Unburdened describes a state of being free from a burden or weight. This can apply both physically and emotionally. Someone who is unburdened does not feel the weight of responsibilities or worries. The term often conveys a sense of relief and lightness. It is frequently used in literature to depict characters who have overcome obstacles or emotional turmoil.
Synonyms
free, liberated, light, relieved, unencumbered
Examples of usage
- After the confession, she felt unburdened.
- He walked unburdened through the fields, enjoying his freedom.
- The unburdened joy of childhood is cherished.
- Once he retired, he finally felt unburdened from work pressures.
Translations
Translations of the word "unburdened" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descarregado
🇮🇳 बोझ मुक्त
🇩🇪 entlastet
🇮🇩 bebas beban
🇺🇦 розвантажений
🇵🇱 odciążony
🇯🇵 解放された
🇫🇷 déchargé
🇪🇸 liberado de carga
🇹🇷 yükten kurtulmuş
🇰🇷 부담이 없는
🇸🇦 مُخَلَّص
🇨🇿 zbavený břemene
🇸🇰 oslobodený od bremena
🇨🇳 解脱的
🇸🇮 razbremenjen
🇮🇸 laus undan byrði
🇰🇿 жүкті жеңілдетілген
🇬🇪 განთავისუფლებული
🇦🇿 yüklənmədən azad
🇲🇽 liberado de carga
Etymology
The term 'unburdened' is derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the root word 'burden', which has origins in Old French 'burdun' or Latin 'burdēn', meaning 'load' or 'weight'. The concept of burden has been prevalent in many cultures, signifying both physical and metaphorical weights carried by individuals. The use of the term saw increased popularity in English literature during the 19th century as writers began to explore themes of emotional and psychological freedom. Over time, 'unburdened' has come to signify not just a literal release from weight but also a profound relief from emotional or psychological stresses, encapsulating the desire for personal liberation and peace.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,425 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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