bristle Synonyms
bristle Meaning
bristle (n)
a stiff fiber (coarse hair or filament); natural or synthetic
a stiff hair
bristle (v)
be in a state of movement or action
rise up as in fear
have or be thickly covered with or as if with bristles
react in an offended or angry manner
bristle (n.)
A short, stiff, coarse hair, as on the back of swine.
A stiff, sharp, roundish hair.
bristle (v. t.)
To erect the bristles of; to cause to stand up, as the bristles of an angry hog; -- sometimes with up.
To fix a bristle to; as, to bristle a thread.
bristle (v. i.)
To rise or stand erect, like bristles.
To appear as if covered with bristles; to have standing, thick and erect, like bristles.
To show defiance or indignation.
bristle Sentence Examples
- The cat's fur began to bristle as it sensed a threat nearby.
- His temper caused him to bristle at the slightest criticism.
- The toothbrush had soft bristles that were gentle on the gums.
- The dog's hackles started to bristle as it growled at the stranger.
- The chef's creativity made the dish bristle with bold flavors and textures.
- The broom had stiff bristles that were perfect for sweeping up debris.
- The artist's painting seemed to bristle with energy and emotion.
- The soldier's helmet had a bristling row of sharp spikes along the top.
- The company's CEO could feel tension bristling in the boardroom during the meeting.
- The child's hair would often bristle with static electricity on dry days.
FAQs About the word bristle
a stiff fiber (coarse hair or filament); natural or synthetic, a stiff hair, be in a state of movement or action, rise up as in fear, have or be thickly covered
hair,fiber, thread, wire,filament,yarn, tuft, microfiber, cord, rope
need, need,want, want,lack, lack,
The cat's fur began to bristle as it sensed a threat nearby.
His temper caused him to bristle at the slightest criticism.
The toothbrush had soft bristles that were gentle on the gums.
The dog's hackles started to bristle as it growled at the stranger.
