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onerous

UK/ˈɔnərəs/US/'ɒnәrәs/
GREC2

Definitions

adj.

Involving a great deal of effort, difficulty, or responsibility; burdensome.

繁重的;费力的;令人烦恼的

Root Breakdown

Native English
onerousother
=onerous

Common Collocations

  • 1.onerous task繁重的任务
  • 2.onerous requirement沉重的要求
  • 3.onerous duty艰巨的责任

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Managing a large household budget can be an onerous task requiring great attention.

  • 2.

    The new regulations imposed onerous requirements on small businesses.

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