unload
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʌnˈloʊd/
KK: /ʌnˈloʊd/
intransitive verb
Definition
To remove a load or cargo from a vehicle or container.
Example
The truck will unload the boxes at the warehouse.
Tense Forms
Past: unloaded
Past Participle: unloaded
Conversation
Are you going to help me unload the groceries from the car?
Sure! I can give you a hand with that.
Thanks! It’s a bit heavy, and I could use the extra help to unload everything quickly.
No problem, let's get it done!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
discharge
release
empty
Antonyms
load
fill
pack
transitive verb
Definition
To take away or remove a load or cargo from something, such as a vehicle or container.
Example
We need to unload the boxes from the truck before it gets too dark.
Tense Forms
Past: unloaded
Past Participle: unloaded
Conversation
Hey, did you unload the groceries yet?
Not yet, I was waiting for you to help me.
Okay, let's unload them together so we can put everything away quickly.
Root Explanation
Unload → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "load" (from Old English "ladan", meaning to carry or bring). The word "unload" means to remove a load or to not carry something anymore.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not carrying' ('un-') something that was previously 'loaded' — that's why unload means to take off a load.
Visually Confused Words
bunkload
unlead
unland
unlaid
unlade
unglad
unclad
underload