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'.