Teem: meaning, definitions and examples

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teem

[tiːm ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Verb}

teamwork

To form a team or group of people to work together towards a common goal.

Synonyms

collaborate, join forces, unite.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
teem	Use this word when you want to describe a place or situation that is full of people, animals, or things, bustling with activity. This word doesn't refer to people working together directly. The market teemed with shoppers on Sunday The forest teems with wildlife
collaborate	Use this word when people are working together to achieve a common goal, especially in a professional or creative setting. Scientists collaborate across the globe to find a cure They decided to collaborate on the new software project
unite	This word is used when people or groups come together for a common purpose, often in a more general, emotional, or grandiose context. The nation must unite in times of crisis People of all backgrounds united for the march for justice
join forces	This phrase is used when two or more people or groups come together to tackle a common challenge or goal, suggesting a combination of strengths and resources. The two companies joined forces to launch a new product Environmentalists and local communities joined forces to clean the river

Examples of usage

Let's teem up and finish this project together.
The students teemed together to organize a successful event.
The company teems with talented individuals.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

crowded

To be full of or swarming with something; to be abundant or overflowing with a particular quality or thing.

Synonyms

abound, overflow, swarm.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
teem	Used to describe a place that is full of living creatures or busy with activity, often in a lively or energetic manner. The river teems with fish during the summer The streets were teeming with tourists
swarm	Used primarily to describe a large group of insects moving together, but can also describe any large group of people moving chaotically, usually in a slightly negative or overwhelming way. Bees swarmed around the hive Fans swarmed the stadium entrance, hoping to get a glimpse of their favorite player
overflow	Used when describing a container or space that cannot hold everything within it, often leading to contents spilling out. Can also be used metaphorically for emotions or information. The bathtub overflowed and flooded the bathroom Her heart was overflowing with joy
abound	Used when there is a very large quantity of something, often in a general, more abstract sense, and it can be used both positively and negatively. Opportunities abound for those who are willing to work hard Rumors about the company's future abound

Examples of usage

The market teems with fresh produce.
The forest teems with wildlife.
The city teems with activity.

Translations

Translations of the word "teem" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equipe

🇮🇳 टीम

🇩🇪 Team

🇮🇩 tim

🇺🇦 команда

🇵🇱 zespół

🇯🇵 チーム (chiimu)

🇫🇷 équipe

🇪🇸 equipo

🇹🇷 takım

🇰🇷 팀 (tim)

🇸🇦 فريق (fareeq)

🇨🇿 tým

🇸🇰 tím

🇨🇳 团队 (tuánduì)

🇸🇮 ekipa

🇮🇸 lið

🇰🇿 команда

🇬🇪 გუნდი (gundi)

🇦🇿 komanda

🇲🇽 equipo

Etymology

The word 'teem' originated from the Old English word 'tēman', meaning 'to produce offspring, bring forth, or give birth to'. Over time, the meaning evolved to also include the idea of being full or overflowing with something. The modern usage of 'teem' reflects both the concepts of teamwork and abundance.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,912, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.

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29915 cephalopods
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