loaded word
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Noun[edit]
loaded word (plural loaded words)
- (idiomatic, linguistics) Any word, set phrase or idiom that has strong positive or negative connotations beyond its ordinary definition.
Synonyms[edit]
- double entendre (usually sexual or risque)
- loaded language (multiple loaded words used in combination)
- overloaded (having multiple meanings)