English · Adjectives

busier

/ˈbɪziər/

[/ˈbɪziər/]

comparative of busy

Beginneradjective

Definition

Comparative form of 'busy'. Used to compare two things, saying one is more busy than the other.

Example

I am busier this week than last.

I am busier this week than last.

Etymology

From 'busy' plus the comparative suffix '-er'. The final 'y' changes to 'i' before the suffix.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in comparisons, often followed by 'than'.

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