Which word means 'Troublesome and oppressive; burdensome'?

• A. Onerous
• B. Opprobrium
• C. Ostentation
• D. Paragon

Answer: (A)

This term describes something that is burdensome or oppressive, demanding a lot of effort and weighing you down. Onerous fits the definition precisely because it conveys both trouble and a heavy obligation. You’d use it to describe duties, requirements, or tasks that are hard to bear or impose a heavy burden.

Opprobrium refers to harsh criticism or public shame, not the heaviness of a task. Ostentation means a showy display meant to attract attention, not something burdensome. Paragon denotes a perfect model or standard, which is the opposite of something troublesome.