seethe

verb

UK/siːð/
US/siːð/

Definitions of seethe verb

emotion

  1. Intransitive

    To feel intense but suppressed anger, often without outwardly expressing it.

    • The entire team was seething with discontent when Lily received the award.

    • He was seething over the company's recent decision, but chose to remain silent.

    • Though she appeared calm, she was seething inside.

movement

  1. Intransitive

    To move or be present in large numbers, often in a confined space; to be crowded or full.

    • The plaza was seething with people celebrating.

    • The city was seething with tourists during the festival.

    • The market was seething with busy shoppers.