leaded
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈlɛdɪd/
KK: /ˈlɛdɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has lead in it or is treated with lead.
Example
The leaded glass in the window refracts light beautifully.
Conversation
Did you see that old lamp in the corner?
Yeah, it looks kind of cool, but isn't it leaded?
I think it might be, which is a bit concerning.
Definitely, we should be careful with things like that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
weighted
metallic
dense
Antonyms
light
unweighted
pure
verb
Definition
To have guided or directed someone or something in the past.
Example
She leaded the team to victory last year.
Tense Forms
Past: leaded
Past Participle: leaded
Conversation
Did you hear about the new project at work?
Yeah, I heard they leaded the team to a successful launch.
I can't believe how quickly they pulled it off!
Root Explanation
Leaded is derived from "lead" (from Old English "lead", meaning a type of metal) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle or a state of being). The word "leaded" refers to something that has been treated with or contains lead, often in a specific context such as leaded glass or leaded gasoline.
Memory Tip
Think of the metal 'lead' and remember that 'leaded' means something that contains or has been treated with lead.
Visually Confused Words
cleaded
unleaded
loaded
ledged
leaved
leafed
landed
headed