Bristling

B2 16+

Synonyms of bristling

Antonyms of bristling

Collocations of bristling

bristling anger
Frequency: 80 %

He stood there, bristling with anger, as he listened to the accusations.

bristling with energy
Frequency: 70 %

The young puppy was bristling with energy, running around the yard.

bristling with excitement
Frequency: 60 %

The children were bristling with excitement as they waited for the circus to begin.

bristling with anticipation
Frequency: 50 %

The audience was bristling with anticipation as the curtains slowly opened.

bristling with tension
Frequency: 40 %

The room was bristling with tension as the two rivals faced off.

Idiomatic Expressions for bristling

  • Phrase: bristling with excitement
    Meaning: to be visibly showing signs of extreme excitement or anticipation
    Usage: The children were bristling with excitement on Christmas morning.