WordGarden.iouncrowded
A2Pronunciation
UK
- /ʌnkrˈaʊdɪd/
US
- /ʌnkrˈaʊdɪd/
Meanings
Adjective
not full of people; having plenty of free space
Beyond the definition
Imagine walking along a beach where you can actually hear the waves instead of people shouting. That is an uncrowded place. "Uncrowded" describes a place or situation with few people and plenty of room. It is more than just "not crowded"; it often gives a feeling of peace and ease. A hiking trail in the off-season might feel wonderfully uncrowded, giving you a quiet break from city life. A concert venue during the main act, however, is almost certainly not uncrowded. Think about looking for an uncrowded coffee shop to get some work done. You want space to breathe and focus.
"Uncrowded" describes a place or situation where there are few people, so there is plenty of space and it is easy to move around. It is more than simply "not crowded"; it suggests a clear absence of pressure, noise, or closeness, and it often gives a feeling of calm. A room does not have to be empty to be uncrowded. If you can walk around easily without bumping into others, it can be described that way.
The context matters. An "uncrowded highway" during a holiday might still have cars on it, but traffic moves freely instead of slowing to a crawl. An uncrowded beach, by contrast, might have only a few people spread out along the shore. The word often brings to mind positive feelings: peace, freedom, and the chance to enjoy a place without feeling surrounded by others.
Think about visiting an "uncrowded museum" on a weekday morning so you can really enjoy the art, or choosing an "uncrowded park" for a picnic where you can relax in nature. It is a word that connects with our wish for space and calm in a world that often feels too full. The opposite of uncrowded is, of course, crowded, but "uncrowded" often carries an extra sense of comfort and relief that the plain phrase "not crowded" does not fully capture.
Examples
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Beach
We got to the beach early, while it was still uncrowded.
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Public transport
The train is usually uncrowded after the morning rush.
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Work cafe
If you want an uncrowded cafe to work in, try the one by the station.
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Town atmosphere
The town feels pleasantly uncrowded, even in July.
- Phrasepleasantly uncrowded
not crowded in a way that feels nice
More examplesFewer examples
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Visual design
The app has a simple, uncrowded design, so it's easy to use.
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Main spelling
- uncrowdedadjective