unburden

/ʌnˈbɜːrdən/

Definitions

1. verb

to free someone or something from a burden, responsibility, or obligation

“She felt relieved after unburdening herself to a trusted friend.”

2. noun

the act of freeing someone or something from a burden, responsibility, or obligation

“The therapist offered a listening ear to help her patient find relief through unburden.”

Synonyms

  • disburden
  • free
  • relieve

Antonyms

  • burden
  • encumber