bristling

adjective
/ˈbrɪslɪŋ/

Meaning

full of energy, anger, or excitement; showing bristles standing up

Example Sentences

He entered the room bristling with confidence.

Synonyms

seething, charged, agitated, lively

Antonyms

calm, placid, dull

Collocations

bristling with anger, bristling energy, bristling confidence

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