STUFFING Synonyms: 120 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈstə-fiŋ

Definition of stuffing

as in filling

soft material that is used to fill the hollow parts of something never heard of using goose down as stuffing for comforters until she moved to a cold climate

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verb

present participle of stuff

as in packing

to close up so that no empty spaces remain stuffed the box with tissue paper so the contents wouldn't rattle around

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as in gorging

to fill with food to capacity kids who stuff themselves with junk food after school and then don't have any room for supper

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as in cramming

to fit (people or things) into a tight space stuffed all the kids into the back of the car

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as in blocking

to prevent passage through by filling with something I can't smell anything, as my nose is all stuffed

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as in loading

to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained stuffed a whole suitcase with gifts for her relatives in Mexico

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Recent Examples of stuffing

Noun

While this feature never got implemented, a Phia spokesperson told Bloomberg, Kianni was in support of the cookie stuffing practices, and encouraged team members to implement shady practices. — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026 Replacing affected passwords promptly and using unique credentials help prevent credential stuffing attacks, account takeover and wider identity theft. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Verb

The company says its paddings provide the same soft touch and luxurious look, lightweight and silky feel of down stuffing. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 The Ducks failed, with Tyson Ford and Jalen Woods stuffing Thomas on the one-yard line. — Elias Esquivel, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for stuffing

Recent Examples of Synonyms for stuffing

Noun

Made with a yellow cake mix and a spiced filling, this dreamy recipe turns honey buns into a special occasion treat.

— Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026
Canned beans turn a light soup into a filling meal, without any soaking required.

— Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of filling

Verb

The new Seagull doubles down on that formula, packing more space, more power, and technology that would have seemed wildly out of place in a sub-$10,000 car not too long ago.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2026
From packing cubes and toiletry bags to luggage locks and anti-theft crossbodies, Amazon is packed with practical finds that make traveling light less daunting.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of packing

Verb

Prop 42 would bar retroactive taxes and ban new state taxes on personal property, effectively blocking Prop 40.

— Bilin Lin, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
Or maybe Kosmos 2612 was actively interfering with ICEYE-X36 in some way — messing with its sensors, perhaps, or blocking or intercepting its communications with the ground.

— Mike Wall, Space.com, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of blocking

Verb

The Guardians answered against Tyler Wells and Ian Seymour by loading the bases on two singles and a walk with two outs.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
The Guardians answered against Tyler Wells and Ian Seymour by loading the bases with two outs in the eighth on two singles and a walk.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of loading

Noun

Thomas shocks Vision back to life, but this somehow alerts Butcherbird; Vision’s mindscape fills with oppressive red lighting, ominously circling birds, and TVs crackling with static.

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 21 Oct. 2026
Some travelers can get their fill of the destination on an annual vacation, but others might dream of something a little more permanent, like their very own home.

— Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of fill

Verb

As to authenticating that low odometer reading, Weaver assures that plugging a reader into its transmission revealed the exact mileage.

— Howard Walker, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2026
Alongside T’Vondre Sweat, Jackson has been tasked with plugging the middle of the Jets’ defensive line and helping stop the run.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026

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