chock-full

adjective

ˈchək-ˈfu̇l  ˈchäk- 

-ˌfu̇l

variants or chockful

: full to the limit

hotels chock-full of tourists

Synonyms of chock-full

• filled
• packed
• bursting
• full
• crammed
• jammed
• loaded

Examples of chock-full in a Sentence

returned from the buffet with a plate chock-full of food

Recent Examples on the Web

Zouaghi’s pursuit for local flair is what led him to Dean Village, a 12th-century milling village chock-full of medieval charm just 15 minutes from the city bustle. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026

Vinegar Syndrome’s disc is chock-full of extra features detailing everything from the evolution of writer Eric Luke’s screenplay and Bottin’s designs to Dante’s approach to working with children and his clashes with the studio. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 13 Aug. 2026

Interior designers and organizers know that ALDI isn’t just good for groceries—the store is also chock-full of some pretty amazing home items that will help to streamline any space without breaking the bank. — Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2026

The film is chock-full of nods and references and jokey Looney Tunes Easter eggs. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English chokkefull, probably from choken to choke + full

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

chock-full

adjective

variants or chockful

ˈchək-ˈfu̇l, 

ˈchäk-

: full to the limit

hotels chock-full of tourists