workload

noun

Definition of workloadnext
as in load
the amount of work that is expected to be done Students complained about the heavy workload.

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Recent Examples of workload Sutton, indeed, saw his workload skyrocket down the stretch, with at least double-digit targets in four straight games in December. — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2026 Sysdig leverages this capability to identify vulnerabilities in running workloads and assess the risk associated with privileged containers to help prioritize remediation. — Will Townsend, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Some former Day 2 picks, especially with a few years of experience, would scoff at that kind of workload. — Mike Kaye august 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026 By analyzing more acoustic streams at once, operators gain a broader picture of underwater activity without increasing crew workload. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for workload
Recent Examples of Synonyms for workload
  1. load
  2. duty
  3. task
  4. work
  5. job
Noun
  • Like a spacecraft control panel, design should reduce cognitive load while keeping critical actions visible and understandable.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • As a result, Zinn couldn’t bear doubling their stress load, both by his being in harm’s way and their taking a financial hit by losing his dependable shipyard check.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of load
Noun
  • Local manufacturing could eventually lower vehicle prices by avoiding import duties while stimulating investment in charging infrastructure, component manufacturing and battery production.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Whether winning us over with her glamorous red carpet-ready style or inspiring us with chic off-duty outfits, Gerber has developed a distinct point of view that is truly noteworthy.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of duty
Noun
  • The machine is programmed in advance, allowing landscapers to complete other tasks, such as trimming and cleanup, while the mower cuts the grass.
    — Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The Virgo Moon moves through your 6th House of Work and Wellness, making tasks, health habits, and schedules more noticeable.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of task
Noun
  • For models such as DeepSeek and its distilled versions, the engineer estimated that two or three developers could complete the transition with roughly an additional month of work.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Many health workers have gone on strike to protest not being paid for their work since the outbreak was declared.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of work
Noun
  • The Republican nominee also said the work agreements that allow many state employees to perform their jobs remotely need reform as well.
    — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In 2004, Norris took a job as an editorial manager of publications at the Joint Commission in Oakbrook Terrace.
    — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of job

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“Workload.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workload. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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