Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

emotional-burden

Noun
/ɪˈmoʊʃənəl ˈbɜrdən/
Definition
A heavy psychological weight or distress that affects an individual’s emotional state.
Examples
  • She felt an emotional burden after the loss of her childhood pet.
  • Many people carry an emotional burden from their past experiences.
  • He sought therapy to help lighten his emotional burden.
Meaning
Emotional burden refers to the stress, anxiety, or sadness that one carries due to personal experiences, relationships, or responsibilities.
Synonyms
  • Emotional weight
  • Psychological stress
  • Emotional strain
  • Inner turmoil