What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonspacious
Example
The apartment was nonspacious, with barely enough room for a bed and a desk. [nonspacious: adjective]
Example
The nonspacious elevator could only fit a few people at a time. [nonspacious: adjective]
crowded
Example
The train was so crowded that I had to stand the entire way. [crowded: adjective]
Example
The crowded market was bustling with vendors and shoppers. [crowded: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crowded is more commonly used than nonspacious in everyday language. Crowded is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while nonspacious is less common and refers specifically to a lack of space.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nonspacious and crowded?
Both nonspacious and crowded are neutral in formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.