Agobiado

Agobiado is an adjective in Spanish that describes a person or situation characterized by the feeling of being overwhelmed or weighed down by excessive pressure. It derives from the verb agobiar, which means to press on, oppress, or create a heavy mental or physical burden. As a state, it is used with ser or sentirse: “Estoy agobiado por el trabajo” or “Se siente agobiado por las deudas.” The noun agobio denotes the feeling of pressure or heaviness, and the adjective agobiante describes something that is oppressive or exhausting.

The term is common in both Spain and Latin America and can refer to an emotional strain, a persistent effort, or a physical or social environment. Expressions frequently encountered include “calor agobiante” or “ambiente agobiante,” indicating a strong discomfort caused by heat or by the surrounding situation.

Usage and nuances: agobiado conveys a greater emotional or mental burden than words like estresado or cansado, and it often implies a sustained or intense condition. In formal contexts, it can be replaced with abrumado, agotado, or preocupado, depending on the intended precision.

See also: agobio, agobiante, abrumado, estresado, saturado.