overflowing
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
so full that the liquid or objects inside are falling out over the top.
exceeding the capacity of a container such that the contents spill over the brim.
Simple“He tried to carry the overflowing bucket of water without making a mess.”
In context“The city struggled to manage the overflowing rubbish bins after the three-day music festival concluded in the park.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
having a very strong feeling that you cannot easily hide.
characterised by an intense abundance of a particular emotion or quality.
Simple“She greeted her old friend with an overflowing sense of joy.”
In context“The speaker’s voice was overflowing with gratitude as he thanked the volunteers for their tireless dedication to the cause.”
From overflow + -ing
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.