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Definition of crowded

crowded

/ˈkraʊ.dɪd/
crowd · ed
Adverb:crowdedly
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• adjective

1

Filled with a large number of people or things, leaving little room for movement.

Example

"The subway train was so crowded during rush hour that several commuters had to wait for the next one."

2

Filled with too many events, activities, or competitors within a limited period or field.

Example

"With five major product launches scheduled for Friday, the technology market is becoming increasingly crowded."

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• Rhymes for crowded

• Nearby Words

crowbar
crowberry
crowd
crowded
crowdedness
crowder
crowdfund

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the verb 'crowd', which originates from the Old English 'crudan', meaning to press, push, or hasten, combined with the participial suffix '-ed'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crowded. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crowded
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