Basic Details
Word: Overcrowding
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A situation where too many people or things are in one place, making it uncomfortable or unsafe.
Synonyms: Congestion, crowding
Antonyms: Spacing, emptiness
Idioms and Phrases
- In a tight spot: Used to describe being in a difficult or cramped situation. Example: "With everyone trying to leave the train at once, we found ourselves in quite a tight spot."
- Crammed like sardines: This phrase describes people being squished together in a small space. Example: "During the concert, we were crammed like sardines in the front row."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The city faced serious problems due to overcrowding in the public transport system during rush hour.
Example 2: Overcrowding in the classroom made it hard for the teacher to give each student the attention they needed.
Example 3: The park was so full on the weekend that it was clear that overcrowding was an issue for visitors.
Fun Fact
The term "overcrowding" is often used in urban planning and ecology to describe areas where the population density exceeds the capacity of the space, leading to various social and environmental issues.
Famous Quote
"Crowding in a city can bring people together, but it can also create distance between them." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "overcrowding" mean?
a) A spacious area
b) Too many people in one place
c) A large open field
d) A quiet room
Answer: b) Too many people in one place
2. Which of these is a synonym of "overcrowding"?
a) Emptiness
b) Spacing
c) Congestion
d) Freedom
Answer: c) Congestion
3. What is an antonym of "overcrowding"?
a) Congestion
b) Overfull
c) Emptiness
d) Crammed
Answer: c) Emptiness
4. Which sentence correctly uses "overcrowding"?
a) Overcrowding helps people find friends.
b) There was significant overcrowding in the small meeting room.
c) Overcrowding means having a lot of space.
d) She enjoyed the overcrowding of open fields.
Answer: b) There was significant overcrowding in the small meeting room.
5. Which idiom means a similar thing to "overcrowding"?
a) In a tight spot
b) As free as a bird
c) Out of the blue
d) Light as a feather
Answer: a) In a tight spot
