burdensome
/ˈbɜːdənsəm/ · /ˈbɜːrdənsəm/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #6874 in the learning path
繁重的；造成负担的
Definitions
adj. causing difficulty through excessive work, worry, or expense
繁重的；造成负担的
Example
The extra paperwork became burdensome during our busiest week.
在我们最忙的那一周，额外的文书工作成了沉重负担。
Overly burdensome regulations may discourage small businesses from expanding, even when demand for their products is strong.
过于繁重的监管规定可能阻碍小企业扩张，即使其产品需求旺盛也是如此。
Collocations
- burdensome regulations
- burdensome task
- financially burdensome
Word family
- burden (n.)
- burden (v.)
- burdened (adj.)
Synonyms
- onerous
- troublesome
Usage tip
多形容任务、费用或规定，不指物体重量。
FAQ
- What does burdensome mean?
- causing difficulty through excessive work, worry, or expense
- How is burdensome pronounced?
- UK /ˈbɜːdənsəm/, US /ˈbɜːrdənsəm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
