Synonyms for

Buzzing

Verb / ˈbʌzɪŋ / Another word for buzzing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

making a continuous, low humming or murmuring sound.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

humming vibrating resonating whirring

Informal

thrumming humming vibrating whizzing

Literary

murmuring thrumming whispering

Antonyms

silent quiet still calm peaceful hushed

Common collocations

  • buzzing with activity
  • buzzing sound
  • buzzing noise
  • buzzing insect
  • buzzing phone
  • buzzing energy
  • buzzing crowd

Word family

noun buzz
verb buzz
adjective buzzing
adverb buzzingly

Usage note

Primarily used to describe the sound made by insects or the feeling of excitement and activity. Can also refer to a phone vibrating.

Example sentences

  1. The bees were buzzing around the flowers.
  2. My ears are still buzzing after the loud concert last night.
  3. The machine was buzzing and humming as it worked.
  4. The phone was buzzing with notifications all day.
  5. I could hear the buzzing sound of the fly in the room.

Quotes

  • The bees were buzzing in the garden.
  • The city was buzzing with excitement on New Year's Eve.
  • The air was buzzing with the sound of cicadas.

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