Word Verb
cluttered
v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈkɫətɝd/ UK /klˈʌtəd/ clut·tered
Definition
v.to make a space messy or full of things that are not needed. You use this when a room or a desk has too many objects in it.
v.to fill a space with an excessive number of objects, making it untidy or difficult to navigate. Often used intransitively to describe the state of a room or a digital interface.
Examples
“The old desk is cluttered with papers and pens.”
“The living room became cluttered with holiday decorations and empty gift boxes after the party.”
“A cluttered workspace can significantly reduce cognitive performance by increasing the mental load required to find necessary tools and documents.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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