What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
overpack
Example
I tend to overpack when I go on vacation, bringing way more clothes than I need. [overpack: verb]
Example
The airline charged me extra for overpacking my suitcase. [overpacking: gerund or present participle]
overstuff
Example
Don't overstuff the drawer, or it won't close properly. [overstuff: verb]
Example
The sandwich was over-stuffed with meat and cheese. [over-stuffed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Overpack is more commonly used than overstuff in everyday language, especially in the context of travel or luggage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between overpack and overstuff?
Both overpack and overstuff are informal words and are not typically used in formal writing or speech.
