burdened

[ bur-dnd ]

adjective

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1. (of a vessel) required to yield to a vessel having the right of way. Compare privileged ( def 5 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of burdened¹

burden ¹ + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Similar issues run deep in other parts of Los Angeles, but the Westlake neighborhood is also burdened by gang activity and a fentanyl crisis on vivid public display.

From Los Angeles Times

Lawyer turned coach Leah Steele now specialises in helping legal professionals overcome burnout, with many coming to her feeling burdened by their companies’ increased workload demands after introducing AI-based productivity tools.

From BBC

Vice President Harris is also not burdened by being part of a political dynasty yoked to the past.

From Salon

“By this project going in, we’re going to be even more burdened, and the health of the community is going to be degraded,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

It is not possible for people to pursue their life goals if they are burdened with debt, or don’t have health insurance unless they take the first job that comes to them.

From Salon