busy

verb

UK/ˈbɪz.i/
US/ˈbɪz.i/

Phrases of busy verb

  • busy yourself

    to occupy oneself with an activity, often to avoid boredom or other unwanted thoughts or feelings.

    She busied herself in the kitchen to avoid overthinking.

adjective

UK/ˈbɪz.i/
US/ˈbɪz.i/

Definitions of busy adjective

activity

  1. A2

    Engaged in activity; actively working on something or giving one's attention to a specific task or thing.

    • My mother is occupied in the kitchen.

    • The children are diligently doing their school assignments.

    • She is occupied with writing out the invitations for the wedding.

  2. A1

    A place characterized by a high level of activity and a large number of people.

    • a popular restaurant with many customers

    • Their residence is situated near a road with heavy traffic.

  3. A2

    A period filled with numerous tasks and responsibilities that require attention.

    • I am going to have a hectic week ahead.

    • You have had an eventful day with lots of activity.

use

  1. When a telephone line is in use, preventing another call from getting through.

    • I attempted to reach you by phone, but the line was unavailable.

decoration

  1. disapproving

    Excessively decorated or having an overwhelming amount of detail or colors, often to the point of being visually distracting or cluttered.

    • To me, this jacket is too elaborate; I would prefer something more simple.