busyness

noun

busy·​ness ˈbi-zē-nəs How to pronounce busyness (audio)
: a busy quality or state: such as
a
: the state of having or being involved in many activities
the busyness of her schedule
What with the busyness of the holidays and that conviction, I didn't pay much attention to my bird feeder for the next few days.Emily Pasquale
b
: the state of having many details
Consider other factors as well, such as color contrast, pattern busyness, and furnishings sizes.Better Homes and Gardens

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Engaging in calming activities, such as reading a book or listening to soft music before bed, can help children transition from the busyness of the day to a state of relaxation, optimizing the brain’s nightly cleanup work. Lia Miller, Parents, 14 Mar. 2025 Complexity can bring busyness, where regular connections are often overlooked in favor of quick wins. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 To me, that sounds like a pretty overwhelming experience for her, what with the celebratory busyness of a wedding and the drug’s effects. R. Eric Thomas, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025 Panton went on to list seven common corporate myths, warning readers about the illusion of meritocracy in hiring and the misconception that busyness equates to career success. Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for busyness

Word History

First Known Use

1809, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of busyness was in 1809

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“Busyness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/busyness. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.

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