clutter

noun
UK: /ˈklʌtər/
US: /ˈklʌtər/

  1. A collection of things lying about in an untidy mass.

    1. The room was full of clutter.
    2. I can't find my keys in all this clutter on my desk.

  2. Things that are not wanted or needed.

    1. I need to get rid of some of this clutter.
    2. Decluttering my home helped to reduce the visual clutter and stress.

Synonyms

disorder jumble muddle mess litter
clutter verb

  1. To fill a place or area with things to the point of untidiness.

    1. Don't clutter the table with books.
    2. Please don't clutter up my desk with your papers; I need space to work.

  2. To cover or fill (something) in an untidy or disorganized way.

    1. Ads clutter the website.
    2. Unnecessary details can clutter your writing and make it difficult to understand.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "clutter" in English means: A collection of things lying about in an untidy mass., Things that are not wanted or needed..

The phonetic transcription of "clutter" is /ˈklʌtər/ in British English and /ˈklʌtər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "clutter": disorder, jumble, muddle, mess, litter.

Example usage of "clutter": "The room was full of clutter.". More examples on the page.