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overfurnish

 

[ ˌoʊvərˈfɜːrnɪʃ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

interior design

To furnish a room or space with an excessive amount of furniture or decor, often resulting in a cluttered or crowded appearance.

Synonyms

overclutter, overcrowd, overdecorate.

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Word Description / Examples
overfurnish

When a room or space has too many pieces of furniture, making it difficult to move around or look aesthetically pleasing. Typically used in interior design.

  • The living room was overfurnished with bulky sofas and chairs, making it seem smaller than it actually is.
  • Overfurnishing your office can create a cluttered and stressful environment.
overdecorate

When a space is filled with too many decorations, making it look overly busy or tacky. Often used in reference to home decor or special events.

  • The Christmas tree was overdecorated with too many lights, ornaments, and tinsel, making it hard on the eyes.
  • Her overdecorated living room featured too many colors and patterns clashing with each other.
overclutter

When a space or area is filled with too many items, making it messy and disorganized. This word is often used for both residential and workspaces.

  • Her desk was overcluttered with papers, books, and office supplies, making it hard to find anything.
  • The garage was overcluttered with old tools and boxes, leaving no room for the car.
overcrowd

Used when a space or area has too many people or items in it, making it uncomfortable or too tight. Commonly used in contexts involving gatherings, events, or public places.

  • The concert hall was overcrowded with fans, making it difficult to enjoy the performance.
  • Overcrowding the elevator can be a safety hazard.

Examples of usage

  • The previous owners overfurnished the living room, making it feel cramped.
  • She tends to overfurnish her house with knick-knacks and trinkets.
  • Try not to overfurnish the office space, as it can inhibit productivity.
  • The designer warned against overfurnishing the small apartment.
  • The tendency to overfurnish can make a space feel overwhelming and chaotic.

Translations

Translations of the word "overfurnish" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sobrecarregar com mobília

🇮🇳 अधिक फर्नीचर से सजाना

🇩🇪 übermöblieren

🇮🇩 terlalu banyak furnitur

🇺🇦 перевантажувати меблями

🇵🇱 przeładować meblami

🇯🇵 過剰に家具を置く

🇫🇷 surcharger de meubles

🇪🇸 sobrecargar con muebles

🇹🇷 aşırı mobilya ile doldurmak

🇰🇷 가구를 과하게 배치하다

🇸🇦 فرط الأثاث

🇨🇿 přetížit nábytkem

🇸🇰 preťažiť nábytkom

🇨🇳 过度摆放家具

🇸🇮 preobremeniti z pohištvom

🇮🇸 ofhlaða með húsgögnum

🇰🇿 жиһазбен артық жүктеу

🇬🇪 ავეჯით გადატვირთვა

🇦🇿 mebellə həddindən artıq doldurmaq

🇲🇽 sobrecargar con muebles

Etymology

The term 'overfurnish' originated in the mid-19th century, combining the prefix 'over-' with 'furnish'. It reflects the idea of providing an excessive amount of furniture or decor to a space, leading to a cluttered or crowded environment. The concept of overfurnishing has been a concern in interior design, emphasizing the importance of balance and moderation in decorating a room or area.

See also: furnished, furnishing, furnishings.