Bustling

/ˈbʌs.lɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the action of moving around and being busy; commotion.

The bustling of the crowd could be heard from blocks away.

adjective

characterized by a lot of activity and movement; lively.

The bustling market was filled with the sounds of vendors calling out to customers.

full of energetic and active people.

The city square was a bustling hub of tourists and locals alike.

busy and full of energetic activity.

Her bustling schedule left little time for relaxation.

Derived from the verb 'bustle', which comes from the Middle English word 'bustlen'.

bustling city

A city with a lot of activity and excitement.

bustling atmosphere

An environment full of energy and movement.

bustling with energy

Full of activity and enthusiasm.

hustle

To move hurriedly and busily.

activity

A condition in which things are happening.

commotion

A state of confused and noisy disturbance.

A place that is very busy and exciting.

That coffee shop is always bustling with students.

To move around quickly and energetically.

She was bustling through the crowd, trying to catch her train.