Cramped

Pronunciation: /kræmpt/

Definitions of cramped

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case 'cramped' describes a space that is small and confined

Example Sentences

A1 The room was cramped with too much furniture.

A2 The bus was so cramped that I could barely move.

B1 The apartment felt cramped due to its small size.

B2 The economy class seats on the plane were cramped and uncomfortable.

C1 The office space felt cramped with all the employees working closely together.

C2 The hotel room was cramped and lacked sufficient space for relaxation.

Examples of cramped in a Sentence

formal The airplane seats were so cramped that I could barely move.

informal This room is so cramped, we need to find a bigger one.

slang I can't stand being in this cramped space, it's driving me crazy.

figurative Her mind felt cramped with all the stress and worries she was carrying.

Grammatical Forms of cramped

• past tense: cramped
• plural: cramped
• comparative: more cramped
• superlative: most cramped
• present tense: cramp
• future tense: will cramp
• perfect tense: have cramped
• continuous tense: is cramping
• singular: cramped
• positive degree: cramped
• infinitive: cramp
• gerund: cramping
• participle: cramped

Origin and Evolution of cramped

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'cramped' originated from the Middle English word 'crampe' which means to contract or constrict.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'cramped' has retained its original meaning of being confined or restricted in space, but has also come to be used in a figurative sense to describe situations or circumstances that feel restrictive or limiting.