Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

freeload

verb
/ˈfriːloʊd/
Definition
To take advantage of someone’s generosity without giving anything in return.
Examples
  • It’s not nice to freeload off your friends; you should contribute to the group expenses.
  • He was always freeloading at parties, never bringing any food or drinks.
  • Some people think it’s okay to freeload from the government, but everyone has a responsibility to support their community.
Meaning
Freeload means to live or benefit from others without contributing anything, often by relying on others for food, money, or resources.
Synonyms
  • mooch
  • sponger
  • parasite
  • leech