
Encumbrance
Abstract Burden
Encumbrance can describe non-physical burdens like duties or responsibilities that make life harder.
His caregiving responsibilities were an encumbrance to his career progress.
Negative Connotation
Encumbrance often carries a negative feeling, suggesting something unwelcome or unpleasant.
Having to complete extra paperwork was an encumbrance she dreaded.
Metaphorical Use
Encumbrance can be used metaphorically to speak about emotional or intellectual weights.
The guilt of his past mistakes became an encumbrance on his conscience.
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BarrierBurdenHandicapHindranceImpedimentObstacleObstructionSnag
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