Onerous GRE Vocabulary Flashcard
/ˈəʊ.nər.əs/ (adj)
Definition
demanding and difficult to do, arduous, strenuous, oppressive, hard, tiring, back-breaking, time-consuming, laborious, tedious, effortful, exhausting, cumbersome, taxing, herculean, formidable
Example
10 ways to cope with a demanding and onerous workload
It can be easier said than done when you’ve got 101 things to do, but remaining organised and prioritising tasks can help you to cope while maximising your productivity. These tips are intended to help you get through
Don’t keep it all in your head. At the beginning of each day, make a note of what you need to get done and by when. Rank tasks according to importance or urgency. You can keep a written note of progress or use one of the many project management and productivity apps that are available. Being organised helps you to structure your day and focus your mind. Setting your workload out in black and white will give you a realistic picture of which tasks you need to complete. Overestimating or underestimating workload can both have bad consequences.
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Antonyms
easy, piece of cake
Parts of speech
Adverb: onerously
Noun: onerousness
