Pronunciation: /ɡlʌt/

Definitions of glut

noun an excessively abundant supply of something

Example Sentences

A1 There was a glut of apples at the market.

A2 The glut of information on the internet can be overwhelming.

B1 The glut of tourists during peak season makes it difficult to find accommodation.

B2 The glut of new products on the market can lead to fierce competition.

C1 The glut of data available for analysis requires advanced tools and techniques.

C2 The glut of options for investment can make it challenging to choose the best strategy.

verb to fill or supply with an excessive amount of something

Example Sentences

A1 I glutted myself on pizza at the party.

A2 She gluts on chocolate whenever she's stressed.

B1 The market is glutted with cheap electronics.

B2 He gluts on junk food when he's feeling down.

C1 The company glutted the market with their new product.

C2 The politician was accused of trying to glut the media with false information.

Examples of glut in a Sentence

formal The market experienced a glut of new products due to increased competition.

informal There's a glut of movies coming out this weekend, I don't know which one to watch!

slang I have a glut of homework to do before tomorrow, it's overwhelming.

figurative Her emotions were in a glut, overflowing with joy and gratitude.

Grammatical Forms of glut

past tense

glutted

plural

gluts

comparative

more glut

superlative

most glut

present tense

glut

future tense

will glut

perfect tense

has glutted

continuous tense

is glutting

singular

glut

positive degree

glut

infinitive

to glut

gerund

glutting

participle

glutted

Origin and Evolution of glut

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'glut' originated from Middle English 'glotten' which means to swallow greedily.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'glut' has evolved to also mean an excessive supply or amount of something, beyond what is needed or can be used.