packed

word · lemma: pack

/ˈpækt/
pakt
/pˈækt/
pakt

Definition

Filled very full, with little or no empty space. It can describe places full of people or things, or bags, boxes, and schedules that are full.

Usage & Nuances

Often used after 'be': 'The train was packed.' For crowds, 'packed' suggests very full or crowded; for objects, it can mean prepared and put into a bag or box: 'I’m packed.' Common phrases: 'packed with tourists', 'packed schedule'. Don't confuse it with only the verb action 'packed the bag'.

Example Sentences

The bus was packed this morning.

basic

My bag is packed for the trip.

basic

The box was packed with books.

basic

This café gets packed around lunchtime.

natural

I can't go out tonight—my day is already packed.

natural

By the time we arrived, the stadium was packed with fans.

natural