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freeload

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of freeload

to live by relying on someone else's generosity or hospitality without sharing in the cost or responsibility
  • After college, he freeloaded off his parents for several years before finally moving out.
Synonyms of freeload

mooch, sponge
Words Related to freeload

leech

beg

exploit, use

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