Another Word For Busy

Meaning

The word "busy" describes a state of being actively engaged in work or activities that take up a person's time and attention. When someone is busy, they often have many tasks or responsibilities to handle and may not have much free time.

Synonyms

• Occupied
• Engaged
• Active
• Involved
• Preoccupied

Antonyms

• Free
• Idle
• Unoccupied
• Available
• Leisurely

Etymology

The word "busy" comes from the Old English "bysig," which means "careful, anxious, or occupied." Its roots can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word *busigaz, which conveys a similar meaning of being strongly engaged or occupied.

Examples

1. She is too busy with her studies to attend the party.
2. The office was busy with employees working on the project deadline.
3. I prefer to keep busy during the weekends to avoid feeling bored.
4. He looked busy at his desk, so I didn’t want to interrupt him.
5. Even though she seems busy, she always finds time to help others.