Overburdened — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ˌō-vər-ˈbər-dᵊn/ over·bur·den

Meaning & Definition of Overburdened

Overburdened (verb)

  1. to place an excessive burden on

Overburdened (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in long-suffering, sorrowful

    similar: long-suffering, sorrowful, anxious, concerned, upset, worried, careful, cautious, heedful, wary, earnest, grave, serious, serious-minded, somber, careworn
    opposite: blithe, carefree, debonair, devil-may-care, gay, happy-go-lucky, insouciant, lighthearted, lightsome, slaphappy, unconcerned, blasé, breezy, cavalier, nonchalant, casual, easygoing, informal, laid-back, low-pressure, relaxed, unfussy

Overburdened (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to fill or load to excess

    "it is important that you bring on the hike plenty of food and water, but don't overburden your pack with unnecessary gear"

    similar: overcharged, overfilled, overloaded
    related: stuffed, burdened, charged, encumbered, laded, ladened, loaded, lumbered, saddled, weighed down, weighted
    near: lightened, unburdened, unloaded

Related Entry: Overburden (verb)

Overburden is a different word from Overburdened. The synonyms below are for overburden, not for overburdened.

  1. to fill or load to excess

    "it is important that you bring on the hike plenty of food and water, but don't overburden your pack with unnecessary gear"

    similar: overcharge, overfill, overload
    related: stuff, burden, charge, encumber, lade, laden, load, lumber, saddle, weigh down, weight
    near: lighten, unburden, unload

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Overburdened

The most common words with a similar meaning to Overburdened:

long-suffering, sorrowful, anxious, concerned, upset, worried, careful, cautious, heedful, wary, earnest, grave, serious, serious-minded, somber, careworn, overcharged, overfilled, overloaded

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Overburdened

Words with the opposite meaning of Overburdened:

blithe, carefree, debonair, devil-may-care, gay, happy-go-lucky, insouciant, lighthearted, lightsome, slaphappy, unconcerned, blasé, breezy, cavalier, nonchalant, casual, easygoing, informal, laid-back, low-pressure, relaxed, unfussy

Related Words for Overburdened

stuffed, burdened, charged, encumbered, laded, ladened, loaded, lumbered, saddled, weighed down, weighted

Near Antonyms of Overburdened

lightened, unburdened, unloaded

Word Forms of Overburdened

Inflections: overburdening, overburdens

Origin & Etymology of Overburdened

First known use: 1532

Frequently Asked Questions about Overburdened

What does "Overburdened" mean?

"Overburdened" means to place an excessive burden on. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to place an excessive burden on. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Overburdened"?

Other words for "Overburdened" include long-suffering, sorrowful, anxious, concerned, upset, worried, careful and cautious. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Overburdened" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Overburdened"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Overburdened". Common alternatives include long-suffering, sorrowful, anxious, concerned, upset, worried, careful, cautious, heedful and wary.

What is the opposite of "Overburdened"?

Antonyms of "Overburdened" include blithe, carefree, debonair, devil-may-care, gay, happy-go-lucky, insouciant and lighthearted. Near antonyms include lightened, unburdened and unloaded.

How do you use "Overburdened" in a sentence?

Examples of "Overburdened" in a sentence: "it is important that you bring on the hike plenty of food and water, but don't overburden your pack with unnecessary gear".

Is "Overburdened" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Overburdened" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Overburdened"?

"Overburdened" is pronounced /ˌō-vər-ˈbər-dᵊn/ and divided into syllables as over·bur·den.

What is the origin of the word "Overburdened"?

First known use: 1532.