Synonyms for

Jammed

Verb / dʒæmd / Another word for jammed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Squeezed or stuck in a confined space.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

obstructed congested blocked

Informal

stuck bogged down caught up tied up

Literary

ensnared entangled impeded

Antonyms

unblocked clear open free loose moving

Common collocations

  • door jammed
  • traffic jammed
  • jammed shut
  • jammed tight
  • jammed up
  • jammed with people
  • jammed full

Word family

noun jam
verb jam
adjective jammed

Usage note

Often used informally to describe a situation where something is stuck or unable to move. Can also refer to being very crowded.

Example sentences

  1. The toy car was jammed under the couch.
  2. I jammed too many clothes in my suitcase.
  3. The traffic was jammed on the highway.
  4. She jammed a pencil in her hair.
  5. The door was jammed and wouldn't open.

Quotes

  • We were jammed in like sardines.
  • I jammed my finger playing basketball.
  • I jammed my toe on the coffee table.

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