Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overcrowd
verb
/ˌoʊvərˈkraʊd/
Definition
To fill a space beyond its capacity.
Examples
- The bus was overcrowded during rush hour.
- They decided to limit the number of attendees to prevent the venue from being overcrowded.
- Students often feel overwhelmed in overcrowded classrooms.
Meaning
When a place has too many people or things in it, making it uncomfortable or unmanageable.
Synonyms
- cramp
- overpopulate
- overfill
- overrun
- crowd
