crowded

adjective

crowd·​ed ˈkrau̇-dəd How to pronounce crowded (audio)
: filled with many or too many people or things
a crowded room/theater
a beach crowded with people
a crowded itinerary

Examples of crowded in a Sentence

we kept circling around the crowded parking lot at the mall a crowded design that made the bedroom wallpaper a little overwhelming
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The key to standing out in a crowded marketplace is crafting a narrative that makes the case for why your diverse experiences and strengths are assets. Amanda Miller Littlejohn, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025 The celebrity tequila world is over-saturated, to say the least, but there are some brands in this crowded field that are actually worth checking out. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2025 As such, The World Will Tremble earns its place in a very crowded genre. Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025 Whether sitting in a trendy dining room in the North Loop, grabbing a hot bowl of noodle soup in a crowded market, or raising a glass at a small-town brewery, the hospitality and creativity of Minnesota’s restaurant scene is a culinary experience worth savoring. AFAR Media, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for crowded

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of crowd entry 1

First Known Use

1612, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crowded was in 1612

Cite this Entry

“Crowded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crowded. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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