loads
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.a large number or amount of something.
n.a large quantity or a great deal of something. Often used in the plural form followed by 'of'.
Simple“Don't worry about the snacks; I've bought loads of crisps for the party.”
In context“The new intern has loads of potential, though he still needs to refine his technical writing skills before we put him on the main project.”
UsageUsually appears as 'loads of' followed by a countable or uncountable noun.
- 02 A2 Elementary
n.the things that a person, vehicle, or machine is carrying.
n.plural form of load; refers to distinct quantities of cargo, weight, or work being supported or transported.
Simple“The truck delivered three loads of sand to the construction site today.”
In context“The structural engineers calculated the maximum loads the bridge could sustain during peak traffic hours before recommending the reinforcement project.”
- 03 B1 Intermediate
adv.very much or a lot.
adv.used as an intensifier meaning 'to a great extent'.
Simple“I feel loads better now that I've had a glass of water.”
In context“The atmosphere in the office is loads more relaxed since the deadline was pushed back to next month.”
UsageCommonly used to modify comparative adjectives like 'better' or 'easier'.