Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
onus
noun
/ˈoʊ.nəs/
Definition
A burden, duty, or responsibility that is placed on someone.
Examples
- The onus is on you to prove your claim.
- As the project leader, the onus lies with him to ensure everything runs smoothly.
- She felt the onus of caring for her aging parents.
Meaning
The obligation to do something or the responsibility for something.
Synonyms
- Burden
- Duty
- Responsibility
- Obligation
- Liability
