Definition

Filled with a large number of moving things or people; crowded or overflowing.

Example

The garden was aswarm with butterflies during the spring.

Conversation

Did you see the park today?

Yeah, it was aswarm with people enjoying the sun!

I know, right? I couldn't find a spot to sit.

Same here! It’s great to see everyone out and about.

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Root Explanation

Aswarm is formed from the prefix "a-" (meaning in a state of) and "swarm" (from Old English "swearm", meaning a group of insects or animals). The word "aswarm" means to be in a state of being swarmed or filled with a large number of things, typically insects.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'in a state of' ('a-') being surrounded by a 'group' ('swarm') of insects — that's why aswarm means to be filled with many things.

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