STUFFING Synonyms: 120 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈstə-fiŋ

as in filling

soft material that is used to fill the hollow parts of something never heard of using goose down as stuffing for comforters until she moved to a cold climate

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verb

present participle of stuff

as in packing

to close up so that no empty spaces remain stuffed the box with tissue paper so the contents wouldn't rattle around

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as in gorging

to fill with food to capacity kids who stuff themselves with junk food after school and then don't have any room for supper

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as in cramming

to fit (people or things) into a tight space stuffed all the kids into the back of the car

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as in blocking

to prevent passage through by filling with something I can't smell anything, as my nose is all stuffed

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as in loading

to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained stuffed a whole suitcase with gifts for her relatives in Mexico

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Recent Examples of stuffing

Noun

This reflects a structural shift rather than a temporary trend, with bots no longer tied to specific events like scraping or credential stuffing campaigns, but instead operating as a persistent and expected presence across digital environments, according to Thales. —

Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026 Consider turning stale bread into breadcrumbs, stuffing, or croutons—but check for moldy slices first. —

Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2026

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Cops recovered doorbell camera footage of the woman stuffing fliers in mailboxes before the attack. —

Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 5 June 2026 Sage has an earthy, savory flavor that pairs well with poultry, roasted vegetables, beans, soups, and stuffing. —

Lindsey Desoto, Health, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for stuffing

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In a major win for reuse, at the end of 2024 the Food and Drug Administration issued new guidance giving health departments, businesses, individuals and reuse service providers a clear path to switch to reusable containers for hot and cold food and beverages regardless of who does the filling.

— Kelley Dennings, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 June 2026
Unlike the baked version many McDonald's fans have become familiar with over the years, the original recipe is known for its golden, crunchy exterior and warm cinnamon apple filling.

— Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 June 2026