Synonyms for

Swarming

Verb / ˈswɔ:rmɪŋ / Another word for swarming — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Swarming means to move or gather in large numbers, usually of insects or animals.

Synonyms & similar words

swarm teem stream pour pullulate crowded teeming overflowing buzzing infested inundated filled packed thronging abounding brimming burgeoning crawling flourishing flocking jamming milling rife surging swelling

Example sentences

  1. The park was swarming with people on a sunny day.
  2. The ants were swarming all over the picnic blanket.
  3. The bees were swarming around the honeycomb.
  4. The football stadium was swarming with fans.
  5. The subway station was swarming with commuters during rush hour.

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  • The air was alive with the sound of bees swarming around their hive. - Sue Monk Kidd
  • The streets were swarming with people, and every person seemed to be screaming. - Marie Lu
  • The skies were swarming with Allied planes. - Stephen E. Ambrose

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