1
as in filled
containing or seeming to contain the greatest quantity or number possible
the auditorium was packed
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in crowded
having little space between items or parts
a densely packed sequence of events
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in plugged
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
carefully pack the food containers so we'll have as much as possible for the picnic
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in loaded
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
I had packed the suitcase so tightly that it wouldn't close
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in carried
to support and take from one place to another
remember to pack several changes of clothing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of packed
Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
On Monday night, a packed State Farm Arena witnessed an event that will take its unique place in Atlanta sports history.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Morgan Korn, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
The bomb that was thrown didn’t go off, causing nothing but smoke, but an investigation later revealed it was packed with explosive material, plus metal nuts and bolts inside that could have been deadly if detonated.
—Julian Roberts-Grmela, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for packed
Adjective
The board unanimously rejected the plan to thunderous applause from a packed house who remained at the meeting for about five hours waiting for the vote.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
On Monday night, a packed State Farm Arena witnessed an event that will take its unique place in Atlanta sports history.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Verb
Add in the trolleys packed with tourists and the driving experience becomes an obstacle course.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2026
The bomb that was thrown didn’t go off, causing nothing but smoke, but an investigation later revealed it was packed with explosive material, plus metal nuts and bolts inside that could have been deadly if detonated.
—Julian Roberts-Grmela, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for packed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for packed
Adjective
-
The new system allows citations to be transmitted electronically and enter the court records system pre-filled.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
-
This comforter is pre-filled and designed to be two inches wider than standard sizes for an extra-plush feel and complete bed coverage.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
That headcount makes the market look crowded, but market power is heavily concentrated in two incumbents, and the rest lack the balance sheet to underwrite nationwide 5G and fiber rollouts.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
20 Mar. 2026
-
With two months to go until the primary election, Democratic candidates are trying to stand out in what's shaping up to be a crowded field.—
Wakisha Bailey,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
That was how the Celtics plugged their final roster opening in each of the last two seasons, converting center Neemias Queta’s two-way contract in 2024 and doing the same with guard JD Davison last year.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
-
One day laterm Trump again plugged the SAVE Act during a Thursday afternoon event commemorating Women’s History Month.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
The pause applies to Iranian oil loaded on ships as of Friday and is set to end April 19.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Mar. 2026
-
The two-time defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers enter the year heavy favorites to repeat, but several clubs have loaded up in hopes of denying the Dodgers a three-peat.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Even minor parks or embers might be carried into leaves or grass, kindling a fire that can swiftly expand.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2026
-
Much like Cam Newton did for the Panthers, albeit with less team success, Walker carried the Hornets throughout the 2010s.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
-
But instead of creating a white material as intended, Jie produced dense, transparent films.—
J. Carson Meredith,
The Conversation,
17 Mar. 2026
-
The stars stretch between Fourth and Sixth streets, appearing amid the dense foot traffic typical of SXSW.—
Staff Photographer,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Fighting for the Good McNair’s home is stuffed with family heirlooms, with images of Black life captured by her father, a photographer and later a state legislator and county commissioner.—
John Archibald,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
-
In an Architectural Digest article, the company explained that the Grand Vividus — stuffed with horsehair, wool and cotton — takes more than 600 hours to assemble and hand stitch.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
There were previously more headstones before a 1940s landowner had many of them hauled away into the swamp.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Mar. 2026
-
After the truck hit a tree and caught fire, Miller, in the front passenger seat, was trapped inside until a friend from a different vehicle smashed a window with a tree branch and hauled him out, according to the lawsuit and witness reports.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Packed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/packed. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
