onus

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Noun onus has 1 sense

burden, load, encumbrance, incumbrance, onus - an onerous or difficult concern; "the burden of responsibility"; "that's a load off my mind"
--₁ is a kind of concern, worry, headache, vexation
--₁ has particulars: dead weight; fardel; imposition; pill

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Onus

Noun

The onus is a responsibility, duty, or burden placed on someone or something.

Example sentences:

It is your onus to complete the project on time.
The onus of proof lies with the prosecution in a court of law.

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Adjective

When used as an adjective, "onus" describes something that is burdensome or oppressive.

Example sentences:

The onus task of cleaning the house fell on her.
He felt onus pressure to succeed in his career.

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