Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bustle

verb
/ˈbʌs.əl/
Definition
To move hurriedly or energetically.
Examples
  • The city began to bustle with activity as the sun rose.
  • She bustled around the kitchen, preparing dinner for her guests.
  • People were bustling through the marketplace, shopping for fresh produce.
Meaning
Bustle refers to a state of active, busy movement. It often describes the lively activity of people or things, typically in a public space.
Synonyms
  • hustle
  • rush
  • fuss
  • flurry
  • stir