Meaning & Definition of word "Loaded"

Loaded

/ˈloʊ.dɪd/

verb:

  • 1. Past tense of load; to place a load on or into something.
    • Example: He loaded the gun and prepared for the hunt.
  • 2. To cause a weight to be carried or to fill something.
    • Example: She loaded up her plate with food during the buffet.

adjective:

  • 1. Carrying a large quantity of something; filled or packed.
    • Example: The truck was loaded with crates of fresh produce.
  • 2. Having a lot of money; wealthy.
    • Example: After the sale of his company, he became loaded overnight.
  • 3. Full of something, especially with emotional or symbolic significance.
    • Example: The song is loaded with nostalgia for simpler times.

Etymology

From the verb 'load' + 'ed', indicating that something is filled or burdened.

Common Phrases and Expressions

loaded question:

A question that contains a controversial or unjustified assumption.

loaded dice:

Dice that are tampered with to favor one outcome.

loaded with information:

Having a lot of detailed information.

Related Words

load:

The amount of weight carried or to be carried.

burdened:

Weighed down by a heavy load or responsibility.

wealthy:

Having a great deal of money, resources, or assets.

Slang Meanings of loaded

Meaning: Intoxicated, especially from alcohol or drugs.

Example Sentence: After a few drinks, he was totally loaded.

Meaning: Rich or affluent.

Example Sentence: Don’t expect him to help; he’s loaded.