Onus

//ˈəʊnəs//

Word Type

Noun

The word "onus" can be used as a noun.

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Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

concern headache vexation worry

Related Terms

blame burden burden of proof exonerate exoneration legal obligation onerous onus probandi responsibility stigma

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