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Definition leaden in American English

leaden adjective

adjective
/ˈled(ə)n/
1

feeling that your body is heavy and difficult to move because you are very tired

Example

The child's eyelids were leaden with sleep.

Synonyms and related words
ill frail unfit
2

made from or containing lead

Example

heavy leaden weights

Synonyms and related words
brazen bronze cast-iron
3

showing a lack of enthusiasm, energy, or interest

Example

"We have not reached a solution," droned the professor in a leaden tone.

Synonyms and related words
bored restless apathetic
4

dull and dark gray in color

Example

Snow fell from the leaden sky.

Synonyms and related words
dull dim muted alabaster amber amethyst
Definition leaden in American English