Meaning of loaded in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈloʊdəd/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   loaded

   Definitions

   1. filled with a great quantity

   Examples

   • « a tray loaded with dishes »
   • « table laden with food »
   • « 'ladened' is not current usage »

   Synonyms

   • full
2. 2. (of statements or questions) charged with associative significance and often meant to mislead or influence

   Examples

   • « a loaded question »

   Synonyms

   • prejudiced
   • discriminatory
3. 3. having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value

   Examples

   • « an affluent banker »
   • « a speculator flush with cash »
   • « not merely rich but loaded »
   • « moneyed aristocrats »
   • « wealthy corporations »

   Synonyms

   • rich
4. 4. very drunk

   Synonyms

   • intoxicated
   • drunk
   • inebriated

5. Qualitative Adjective

   loaded

   Definitions

   1. (of weapons) charged with ammunition

   Examples

   • « a loaded gun »

   Synonyms

   • live
   • undischarged
   • unexploded

   Antonyms

   • unloaded