WORKLOAD Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

workload

noun

Definition of workload

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 Astra will naturally cost the most to run, but Google’s system supports dynamically moving workloads between LLMs based on performance, latency, and efficiency. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 21 Oct. 2026 Data center infrastructure is becoming more adaptive and responsive to workload and energy demands, shifting beyond one-size-fits-all computing. — Michal Siwinski, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026 They are also reflected in lesson plans, teachers’ workloads, classroom time, professional autonomy and the opportunities that disappear when preparing for a test becomes a central purpose of schooling. — Liza Bondurant, The Conversation, 19 Oct. 2026 Alienware Gaming Laptop Deal Power through demanding workloads and intense gaming sessions using the Alienware Aurora 16-inch Gaming Laptop. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for workload

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In some cases, data centers can operate as flexible loads, adjusting their electricity use to help stabilize the grid.

— April Roach, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026
At the same time, reducing the amount of energy entering the system eases the load on mitochondria and reduces oxidative stress.

— Rowan Jacobsen, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of load

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Those allegations include neglect of duty and violations of the department's code of conduct.

— Derek James, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
The university said Elizabeth Hall, associate vice chancellor for university compliance, was appointed to serve in both roles in addition to her existing duties.

— Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of duty

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Once again, if Tesla were bringing already big and fast-rising profits to the table, the task wouldn’t be nearly as difficult.

— Shawn Tully, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
Meanwhile, al-Ali held several meetings with Saudi officers at the Defense Ministry in Riyadh to discuss the costs of transferring around 10,000 fighters, financial arrangements, additional benefits and their intended military tasks.

— Khaled Wassef, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

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