ENGLISH
REFERENCE

loads of sb/sth

idiom
Meaning

a large amount or number of people or things. You use this in casual conversation when you want to say 'a lot'.


Examples
SIMPLE

I have loads of work to do today.

CONTEXTUAL

There were loads of people at the concert, so we had a hard time finding a good spot.

COMPLEX

Despite the initial skepticism surrounding the project, the team received loads of support from investors who believed in the long-term vision.

Last updated April 22, 2026