buzzing
0 antonyms and opposites of buzzing, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Full of lively activity or excitement.
Frequently asked questions
What does “buzzing” mean?
The word “buzzing” means full of lively activity or excitement. In plain terms, lively and full of energy, or (informally) thrilled.
How do you pronounce “buzzing”?
“Buzzing” is pronounced BUH-zihng (/ˈbʌzɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “buzzing” in a sentence?
Here is “buzzing” used in a sentence: “The market was buzzing with shoppers on Saturday morning.”
What part of speech is “buzzing”?
“Buzzing” is an adjective.
Is “buzzing” a common word?
“Buzzing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “buzzing” have?
“Buzzing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: full of lively activity or excitement.
What does it mean to say a place is "buzzing"?
When describing a place or atmosphere, buzzing means full of lively activity or excitement, such as a buzzing restaurant or a buzzing city street.
What does "buzzing" mean in British slang?
In British informal usage, buzzing means very pleased or excited about something, as in "I'm buzzing for the weekend." This personal sense is distinct from describing a lively place.
What is the difference between "buzzing" and "excited"?
"Excited" describes a person's feeling directly, while "buzzing" can describe either a place full of energetic activity or, informally in British English, a person's own excitement, giving it a more vivid, colloquial feel.