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crammed

 

[kræmd ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

study

To fill something completely, usually with more things than it can actually hold. To force a large number of things or people into a small space.

Synonyms

pack, squeeze, stuff.

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Word Description / Examples
crammed

Used when referring to something filled with more than it can easily hold. It often has a negative connotation indicating discomfort or lack of space.

  • The bus was crammed with passengers during rush hour
  • Her schedule is crammed with meetings and deadlines
stuff

Generally informal, used when filling something with items, often haphazardly or quickly. It can also refer casually to personal belongings or unspecified objects.

  • He stuffed his clothes into the backpack and rushed out
  • There's still a lot of stuff in the garage that needs organizing
squeeze

Typically used when fitting something into a very tight space, often implying effort or difficulty. It can also refer to physically pressing something to reduce its size or extract liquid.

  • Can we squeeze one more chair at the table? She squeezed fresh orange juice for breakfast

Examples of usage

  • During the exam, the students crammed all the information into their heads.
  • The bus was so crammed with passengers that it was difficult to move.
Context #2 | Verb

eat quickly

To eat something quickly and in large amounts. To consume food rapidly.

Synonyms

devour, gobble, wolf.

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crammed

This word is often used to describe when someone stuffs food into their mouth quickly and forcefully, packing it in.

  • He crammed the sandwich into his mouth before the meeting started
devour

Use this word when someone is eating something with intense enthusiasm and thoroughness, often implying that they enjoy the food very much.

  • She devoured the chocolate cake as soon as it was placed in front of her
gobble

This word is typically used to describe eating quickly and greedily, sometimes implying messiness.

  • The kids gobbled up their Halloween candy before bedtime
wolf

This word is used for describing eating food very rapidly and with great hunger, often in a slightly aggressive manner.

  • After the long hike, he wolfed down his dinner and asked for seconds

Examples of usage

  • She crammed the sandwich in her mouth before running to catch the bus.
  • He crammed down the pizza in a hurry.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Middle English 'crammen,' meaning to press or squeeze.
  • It may also be linked to the Old English 'crammian,' which means to stuff or fill tightly.

Education

  • Cramming is often used by students as a study technique, where they try to memorize a lot of information in a short time.
  • Research shows that cramming can be less effective for long-term retention compared to spaced repetition.

Psychology

  • Cramming can lead to increased anxiety and stress levels, as students feel pressure to learn everything at once.
  • The phenomenon of cramming can affect cognitive overload, where too much information overwhelms our ability to process it.

Pop Culture

  • Movies often depict 'crammed' situations, such as overstuffed cars or dorm rooms filled with boxes during college move-in days.
  • In the popular game franchise 'Tetris,' players can feel the thrill of cramming blocks together to clear lines.

Translations

Translations of the word "crammed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cheio

🇮🇳 ठूँस-ठूँस

🇩🇪 vollgestopft

🇮🇩 penuh sesak

🇺🇦 набито

🇵🇱 napchany

🇯🇵 ぎゅうぎゅう詰め (gyūgyūzume)

🇫🇷 bondé

🇪🇸 abarrotado

🇹🇷 tıka basa dolu

🇰🇷 꽉 찬 (kkwak chan)

🇸🇦 مملوء

🇨🇿 nacpaný

🇸🇰 naplnený

🇨🇳 挤满的 (jǐ mǎn de)

🇸🇮 nabito

🇮🇸 troðið

🇰🇿 толы

🇬🇪 გადაჭედილი

🇦🇿 dolu

🇲🇽 abarrotado

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,425, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.