swarm

/swɔrm/

Definitions

1. verb

to move in a large group, typically in a disordered or chaotic manner

“The bees swarmed around the hive.”

2. noun

a large number of insects, such as bees or wasps, flying together in a confused mass

“The swarm of locusts covered the fields.”

3. verb

to be in a state of intense activity or excitement

“The crowd swarmed into the concert venue.”

4. noun

a group of people or things that are moving or moving together in a confused or disordered manner

“A swarm of tourists flooded the city streets.”

Synonyms

  • horde
  • mob

Antonyms

  • isolate
  • separate