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albatross Synonyms

Another word for albatross

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• noun (Context 1)

A heavy burden of guilt, debt, or ongoing responsibility that becomes a significant hindrance to success.

Usage Example

"The failed real estate investment became an millstone that drained his finances for years."

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millstone
burden
Strong
encumbrance
hindrance
onus
impediment
liability
handicap

Opposites of albatross

The opposite of albatross shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

boon
blessing
asset
advantage
benefit
godsend
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• Nearby Words

alas
albacore
albany
albatross
albeit
albert
albertosaurus

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Albatross. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/albatross
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