abuzz Meaning & Definition
What Does Abuzz Mean?
Abuzz is used as an adjective meaning Characterized by a high level of activity or gossip; in a buzz (“feeling or rush of energy or excitement”), buzzing.
Abuzz at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //əˈbʌz// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | noisy, droning and buzzing |
| Comparative / superlative | more abuzz, most abuzz |
Abuzz Definition (Adjective)
- Characterized by a high level of activity or gossip; in a buzz (“feeling or rush of energy or excitement”), buzzing.
Adjective
- Characterized by a high level of activity or gossip; in a buzz, buzzing.
Synonyms of Abuzz
Abuzz synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Abuzz
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Abuzz in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
abuzz (comparative more abuzz, superlative most abuzz)
Words That Rhyme With Abuzz
Origin of Abuzz
From a- (prefix indicating a condition or manner) + buzz (“feeling or rush of energy or excitement; major topic of conversation; widespread rumor; information spread behind the scenes”) or buzz (“to show a high level of activity and haste; to communicate in an undertone; to spread, as a report, by whispers or secretly; to talk to incessantly or confidentially in a low humming voice”).[1]
How Do You Say Abuzz?
You say abuzz as //əˈbʌz//. It has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Abuzz
What part of speech is abuzz?
Abuzz is an adjective.
What is another word for abuzz?
Words with a similar meaning to abuzz include noisy, droning and buzzing. See the full list of abuzz synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of abuzz?
The comparative form is more abuzz and the superlative form is most abuzz.