Synonyms for

Loads

Noun / ləʊdz / Another word for loads — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large amount or quantity of something.

Synonyms & similar words

slews scads loading rafts debase heaps stacks tons wads lode gobs burden onus warhead scores freight piles load dilute charge shipment lade consignment dozens adulterate lots tons heaps masses piles stacks mountains abundance plenty bounty amplitude profusion quantity multitude myriad ocean wealth excess surplus overabundance

Synonyms by register

Formal

multitude abundance plethora profusion

Informal

tons heaps oodles gazillions a lot

Literary

myriad throngs hosts

Antonyms

few scant little paucity shortage dearth

Common collocations

  • loads of fun
  • loads of time
  • loads of money
  • loads of people
  • loads of work
  • loads of stuff

Word family

noun load
verb load
adjective loaded
adverb loadedly

Usage note

Often used informally to mean 'a large amount' or 'many'. Can be considered colloquial and is best avoided in formal writing.

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Example sentences

  1. I have loads of homework to do tonight.
  2. The truck was carrying loads of gravel.
  3. She put loads of sugar in her coffee.
  4. I love to eat loads of ice cream on a hot day.
  5. The store had loads of new toys for sale.

Quotes

  • I have loads of love to give!
  • Money can't buy happiness, but it's a lot more comfortable to cry in a Mercedes than on a bicycle. I have loads of bicycles.
  • I'm always looking for a new challenge. I have loads of energy to burn!

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