Glutted

To be glutted means to be supplied or filled to excess; to be overfed or satiated. This state often results from an overabundance of something, whether it's food, information, products, or even emotions. The feeling associated with being glutted is often one of discomfort, weariness, or a lack of desire for more, as the capacity for intake has been exceeded. The term implies a sense of fullness or saturation, often to the point of negativity. In a broader sense, being glutted can signify a market that is saturated with goods, causing a decline in prices or a lack of demand. It can describe experiencing something to such an extreme degree that it loses its appeal or positive effect. This state can lead to a diminished interest in the subject matter.

Glutted meaning with examples

• After the Thanksgiving feast, the family was utterly glutted. Everyone felt stuffed, and the mere thought of dessert was repulsive. Each family member had consumed a lot and would need to relax for hours. No one was able to consume anything for hours following the meal and was extremely satisfied with everything.
• The town's shops became glutted with cheap, imported goods, overwhelming the local businesses. Retailers felt a heavy burden and found it difficult to keep up. Many went bankrupt, and the town's economy suffered a heavy blow. The excess supply drove prices down.
• Having spent all day reading sensational news reports, Sarah felt glutted with negativity and needed a break from the news. Her emotional state had been impacted. Her intake of negative information had exceeded her tolerance level and had made her extremely uncomfortable.
• The online market became glutted with identical products, making it difficult for consumers to choose between them. Because each product was the same, they each lost their market share. Marketing each product became almost impossible.