FREELOAD Meaning and
Definition
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Freeload is a verb that refers to the act of taking advantage of someone's generosity or resources without offering anything in return. It pertains to the behavior of obtaining benefits, goods, or services free of charge, often in an unduly or unjustly manner, and without making a proper contribution or exerting effort. This term is commonly used to describe individuals who rely on the kindness or hospitality of others for personal gain, while avoiding any reciprocal obligation or responsibility.
Freeloading can manifest in various aspects of life, such as financial matters, where an individual depends on others for monetary support or borrows money without the intention of repaying it. It can also be observed in the realm of housing, where someone resides in another person's property without contributing to the rent, bills, or upkeep. Similarly, freeloaders may take advantage of the generosity of friends or family by frequently receiving favors or gifts, without reciprocating in a meaningful way.
The term can also be extended to situations where individuals exploit public resources without contributing to their maintenance or funding. For instance, someone who consistently uses public amenities or services without paying taxes or fees can be regarded as a freeloader.
While freeload is often used in a negative connotation to describe undesirable behavior, it is important to note that not all individuals who receive help or favors can be considered freeloaders. The term specifically applies to those who repeatedly exploit others' good will without giving in return, thereby taking advantage of the kindness or generosity of others.
Common Misspellings for FREELOAD
Etymology of FREELOAD
The word "freeload" is composed of two parts: "free" and "load".
The term "free" originally comes from the Old English "freo", which means "exempt from, not in bondage, at liberty", ultimately derived from the Germanic word "frijaz". The sense of "without cost" emerged around the 12th century, referring to something not subject to payment or obligation.
The word "load" has its origins in the Old English "lād", which means "way, passage, journey". It is related to the Old High German "lāta", meaning "way" or "journey". Over time, "load" developed the meaning of a burden or cargo to be carried.
When "free" is combined with "load", "freeload" is formed.
Similar spelling words for FREELOAD
- variolate,
- freewheeled,
- furled,
- ferruled,
- ferulate,
- forhailed,
- foreload,
- farolite,
- Firlot,
- frilled,
- freeloader,
- forelady,
- veruled,
- Forelet,
- freeholder,
- Freelte,
- Viroled,
- virality,
- furlaud,
- furlett,
- ferlito,
- ferlite,
- Forlet,
- fairlight,
- verilied,
- freehold,
- Varioloid,
- fairlead,
- virility,
- Fourwheeled,
- varulite,
- verlaat,
- un-furled,
- VERLOT,
- varlet,
- frailty,
- forelaid,
- ferlied,
- Furld,
- forhold,
- freewilled,
- farolito,
- varletto,
- firelight,
- Farold,
- ferolito,
- Frilot,
- frlday,
- firewalled,
- Verolette,
- Foryelde,
- fairy light,
- Foralite,
- frailtee,
- Feruled,
- forlat,
- Ferrilite,
- ferrelled,
- Variolite,
- firelit,
- foryield,
- ferreled,
- fairlady,
- Forold,
- Frelte,
- farewelled,
- ferrowyllieite,
- Frislet.
Conjugate verb Freeload
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
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FUTURE
I
will freeload
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
I
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FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have freeloaded
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
will have been freeloading
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IMPERATIVE
you
freeload
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let´s freeload
to freeload
PAST
I
freeloaded
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freeloaded
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PAST CONTINUOUS
I
was freeloading
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PAST PARTICIPLE
freeloaded
PAST PERFECT
I
had freeloaded
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
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PRESENT
I
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
I
am freeloading
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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have freeloaded
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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