NYT Dictionary

LADEN

/ˈleɪdən/
AdjectiveVerbLAD-enlad-en · 2 syllablesGrade 10

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2023, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Weighed down with a load, burdened.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

See lade.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

ladleladeloadloadedladenedoppressedburdenedchargedencumberedfraught

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles:

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