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bus·y

busy

 
 
pronunciation:
bI zi
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
inflections: busier, busiest
definition 1: doing something or working on something.
The mechanic is busy putting the engine back together.I am too busy to go to the movies today.
synonyms:
active, occupied, working
definition 2: full of work or activity.
Saturday is a busy day at the supermarket.
synonyms:
active
antonyms:
slow
definition 3: being used; not available.
Marta tried to call me, but the phone was busy.
synonyms:
occupied
antonyms:
available
similar words:
used
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derivations: busily (adv.), busyness (n.)