burdened
|bur/dened|
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/ˈbɜrdənd/
🇬🇧
/ˈbɜːdnd/
(burden)
heavy load
Etymology
Etymology Information
'burden' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'byrðen,' where 'byrðen' meant 'a load or weight.'
Historical Evolution
'byrðen' changed from Old English word 'byrðen' and eventually became the modern English word 'burden.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a load or weight,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a heavy load or responsibility.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past participle form of 'burden'.
The donkey was burdened with heavy sacks.
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Adjective 1
carrying a heavy load or responsibility.
She felt burdened by the expectations of her family.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39