Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leaden
Adjective
/ˈlɛd.ən/
Definition
Heavy and oppressive in nature, often used metaphorically to describe a mood or atmosphere that feels heavy or dull.
Examples
- The sky was leaden, filled with dark clouds that threatened rain.
- After receiving the bad news, she felt a leaden weight in her chest.
- His leaden footsteps echoed in the empty hallway.
Meaning
The term ‘leaden’ refers to something that is heavy and often lacking in energy, spirit, or brightness. It is commonly used in various contexts to describe physical weight as well as metaphorical weight in emotions or situations.
Synonyms
- Heavy
- Dull
- Oppressive
- Gloomy
