Unburdened

/ʌnˈbɜːrdənd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Free from a burden or responsibility; relieved of duty or care.
After the deadline passed, she felt unburdened and ready to enjoy her weekend.
Not weighed down by worries or concerns.
He walked into the meeting feeling unburdened, having resolved his personal issues.
Not carrying a load, either physically or emotionally.
The unburdened horse galloped freely across the field, enjoying its newfound freedom.
Released from emotional distress or guilt.
After confessing to his mistakes, he felt unburdened and at peace with himself.

Etymology

From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' combined with 'burdened', the past participle of 'burden'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unburden oneself
To share or relieve oneself of worries or concerns.

Related Words

burden
A load, typically a heavy one.
unload
To remove a burden or cargo.
relieve
To free from a burden or distress.

Slang Meanings