unburden
1 synonym and 1 antonym for unburden, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To relieve someone of a heavy load, worry, or responsibility.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use unburden
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
unburden yourself
unburden your mind
unburden your conscience
Etymology
From un- + burden — to remove a burden.
Full origin of unburden →Frequently asked questions
What does “unburden” mean?
The word “unburden” means to relieve someone of a heavy load, worry, or responsibility. In plain terms, to let go of a weight, usually an emotional one, often by talking about it.
How do you pronounce “unburden”?
“Unburden” is pronounced uhn-BURDN (/ʌnˈbɝdn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “unburden” in a sentence?
Here is “unburden” used in a sentence: “He finally unburdened himself by telling a friend about his money troubles.”
What part of speech is “unburden”?
“Unburden” is a verb.
