Meaning of the word loaded in English

What does loaded mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

loaded

US /ˈloʊ.dɪd/

UK /ˈləʊ.dɪd/

carrying or bearing a load, especially a large or heavy one

Example:

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The truck was heavily loaded with timber.

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She came back from the market loaded with groceries.

Synonym:

laden burdened packed filled stuffed

(of a gun or camera) having a bullet, film, or other item inserted and ready for use

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Be careful, the gun is loaded.

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Is the camera loaded with film?

Synonym:

charged primed ready

(informal) having a lot of money

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He's pretty loaded, so he can afford that expensive car.

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They live in a huge mansion; they must be loaded.

Synonym:

rich wealthy affluent flush well-off

(informal) drunk

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He was completely loaded after the party.

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Don't drive if you're loaded.

Synonym:

drunk intoxicated tipsy inebriated smashed