packed
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for packed, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Wrapped up or put into a container ready for storage or transport.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Wrapped up or put into a container ready for storage or transport.
“Once the parcels were packed, the courier collected them from the front door.”
2. adj
Full to overflowing with something, or crowded with people.
“The train was so packed that we had to stand all the way.”
Opposites
How to use packed
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
packed suitcase
packed stadium
tightly packed
Frequently asked questions
What does “packed” mean?
The word “packed” means wrapped up or put into a container ready for storage or transport. In plain terms, either loaded into bags/boxes for travel, or so full there's barely room left.
How do you pronounce “packed”?
“Packed” is pronounced pakt (/pækt/ in IPA).
How do you use “packed” in a sentence?
Here is “packed” used in a sentence: “The gifts arrived packed in bubble wrap.”
What is another word for “packed”?
Words with a similar meaning to “packed” include rammed.
What part of speech is “packed”?
“Packed” is an adjective.
Is “packed” a common word?
“Packed” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “packed” have?
“Packed” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: wrapped up or put into a container ready for storage or transport.
What is the difference between 'packed' and 'crowded'?
Both describe a space that is very full of people, but 'packed' is stronger and more informal, suggesting people are pressed tightly together with barely any room. 'Crowded' simply means there are many people present.
Is 'jam-packed' correct English?
Yes. 'Jam-packed' is a standard, if informal, intensifier meaning extremely full or crowded, as in 'the stadium was jam-packed.' It is always written with a hyphen.
Do you say 'packed with' or 'packed of'?
The correct pairing is 'packed with,' as in 'a report packed with detail' or 'a bus packed with commuters.' 'Packed of' is not standard English.
