Bristle At for Dummies
verb
What does Bristle At really mean?
But hey, did you know that "bristle at" can have more than one meaning? Another definition is when you strongly resist or rebel against something. It's kinda like when you're riding a bike and suddenly hit a bump in the road. It's that exact moment when you instinctively push back to keep your balance and prevent yourself from falling. Similarly, "bristle at" can be like pushing back against something that challenges your beliefs or goes against your values. It's when you refuse to accept it and stand your ground, just like that bumpy road!
So, there you have it! "Bristle at" means to become agitated or annoyed by something, or to strongly resist or rebel against it, just like a grumpy cat or pushing against a bumpy road. Remember, words are like puzzles, and we're here to help you put them together. Was that explanation clear enough, or would you like me to provide more examples?
Revised and Fact checked by Mary Johnson on 2023-10-28 10:00:08
Bristle At In a sentece
Learn how to use Bristle At inside a sentece
- Jane's dog always bristles at strangers and barks loudly to protect her.
- As a vegetarian, I tend to bristle at the sight of people eating meat.
- The students in the class bristle at the mention of a surprise test.
- Some people bristle at constructive criticism because they take it personally.
- My little brother tends to bristle at any attempt to wake him up in the morning.
Bristle At Synonyms
Words that can be interchanged for the original word in the same context.
Bristle At Hypernyms
Words that are more generic than the original word.