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Meaning of the word leaden in English

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leaden

US /ˈled.ən/
UK /ˈled.ən/
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Adjective

1.

dull, heavy, or slow

Example:
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The atmosphere in the room was leaden and oppressive.
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His steps were leaden as he walked slowly away.
Synonym:
heavy dull slow sluggish gloomy
2.

of the color of lead; dull gray

Example:
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The sky was a uniform, leaden gray, threatening rain.
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Her face was a leaden white after she heard the bad news.
Synonym:
gray dull somber gloomy
3.

made of lead

Example:
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The old church had a beautiful leaden roof.
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He held a small, leaden figurine in his hand.
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