heaving
word · lemma: heave
Definition
Moving up and down or back and forth with force, or extremely crowded and busy. Can describe motion (like the sea) or busy places.
Usage & Nuances
Often describes the sea, crowds, or physical movement. 'Heaving with people' means very crowded. Can feel dramatic or intense. Not usually used for people except poetically (e.g., 'heaving chest').
Spanish: agitándose - abarrotado (lugar)Portuguese (BR): agitado - lotado (lugar)Portuguese (PT): agitado - lotado (local)Chinese (Simplified): 剧烈晃动 - 拥挤Chinese (Traditional): 劇烈搖動 - 擁擠Hindi: झोंकते हुए - बहुत भीड़भाड़ वालाArabic: يهتز بقوة - مزدحم
Example Sentences
The boat was heaving in the rough sea.
basic
The club was heaving with people last night.
basic
The crowd was heaving after the concert.
basic
It was so busy, the restaurant was absolutely heaving at lunchtime.
natural
My chest was heaving after I finished the race.
natural
The dance floor was heaving, you could barely move.
natural