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
