Synonyms of workload

workload

noun

as in load

the amount of work that is expected to be done

Students complained about the heavy workload.

Related Words

• load
• duty
• task
• work
• job
• function
• employment
• occupation
• profession
• game
• trade
• assignment
• calling
• vocation
• enterprise
• living
• line
• business
• mission
• field
• racket
• situation
• engagement
• lay
• office
• livelihood
• art
• call
• lifework
• gig
• position
• métier
• craft
• appointment
• post
• place
• handcraft
• billet
• handicraft
• berth

Dissimilar Words

• pursuit
• hobby
• avocation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of workload

The workload should increase for Xavier Williams, who had 285 yards last season. — John Bohnenkamp, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Swift has been busy with her own intense workload, spending time at the studio and even attending events in Los Angeles and London. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 31 Aug. 2026

Your freedom of movement (and your freedom of opinion) may be limited by the constraints of your health, your workload, or your schedule. — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

Bidets can also allow people with physical limitations to clean themselves independently, reducing the workload of caregivers, most of whom are women. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026