Bristly: meaning, definitions and examples

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bristly

 

[ หˆbrษชs.tli ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

texture description

Bristly describes a rough, stiff texture that resembles tiny bristles or hairs. It often refers to surfaces or materials that are prickly or have a raised quality.

Synonyms

hairy, prickly, rough, stiff

Examples of usage

  • The bristly beard of the man scratched my cheek.
  • The bristly texture of the fabric made it uncomfortable to wear.
  • She brushed her hand against the bristly surface of the plant.
Context #2 | Adjective

character trait

When referring to demeanor, bristly can describe a person who is irritable or quick to show anger. This usage indicates a prickly or terse interaction.

Synonyms

irritable, prickly, short-tempered

Examples of usage

  • His bristly response made it clear he was upset.
  • She had a bristly attitude that made conversations less pleasant.
  • The bristly nature of the discussion left everyone feeling tense.

Translations

Translations of the word "bristly" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น espinhoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเค‚เคŸเฅ‡เคฆเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช stachelig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berduri

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะปัŽั‡ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kolczasty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใจใ’ใฎใ‚ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉpineux

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ espinoso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dikenli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์‹œ๊ฐ€ ๋งŽ์€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุงุฆูƒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trnitรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tล•nistรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆบ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trnjak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพyrnรณttur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั–ั€ะตะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒœแƒญแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tikanlฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ espinoso

Word origin

The word 'bristly' originates from the word 'bristle', which comes from the Old English 'brist' (meaning 'stiff hair'). The term 'bristle' evolved through Middle English where it described short, stiff hairs or fibers. The adjective form 'bristly' was formed by adding the suffix '-ly' to 'bristle', indicating a quality associated with bristles. The evolution of 'bristly' has maintained its connection to physical characteristics and descriptions, ultimately broadening to include metaphorical uses pertaining to behavior and disposition. Its use has been documented in English literature and everyday language since the late 16th century.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,210, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.