Onus
/ˈəʊnəs/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:4 ptsWWF:6 pts4 letters
Definition of Onus
noun
- A legal obligation.
"The onus is on the landlord to make sure the walls are protected from mildew."
- Burden of proof, onus probandi
"The onus is on those who disagree with my proposal to explain why."
- Stigma.
- Blame.
- Responsibility; burden.
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