brimmimg

/ˈbrɪmɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

to be full to the point of overflowing, especially with a liquid

“The cup was brimming with coffee, so I carefully poured some into my mug.”

2. verb

to be filled or crowded to a great degree

“The city was brimming with tourists and shoppers during the summer festival.”

3. adjective

full to the point of overflowing, especially with a liquid

“The brimming cup was a beautiful sight on the table.”

4. noun

a situation or place that is full to the point of overflowing

“The brimming of the dam caused a flood in the nearby village.”

Synonyms

  • crowded
  • full
  • overflowing

Antonyms

  • empty
  • vacant