👥overcrowding

noun
/ˌoʊ.vɚˈkraʊ.dɪŋ/

Meaning

Excessive crowd or packed condition, having more people or vehicles in a place than the approved capacity.

Example Sentences

The subway system suffers from severe overcrowding during peak hours.

Synonyms

Overpopulation, Congestion, Cramming

Antonyms

Spaciousness, Emptiness, Vacancy

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