C2verbemotions
US/brɪm/
UK/brɪm/
to be completely full of something, such as liquid, tears or a feeling
In context
Her eyes brimmed with tears as she said goodbye to her parents.
The new manager is brimming with ideas for the shop.
After the storm, the rice fields brimmed with muddy water.
Words that go with brim
verb + preposition
- brim with confidenceAfter winning the first match, the team was brimming with confidence.
- brim with tearsHis eyes brimmed with tears when he heard the news.
- brim with ideasYoung designers often brim with ideas but lack experience.
- brim with energyThe children were brimming with energy after the holiday.
- brim with excitementThe stadium was brimming with excitement before kick-off.
verb + adverb
- brim overFill the glass slowly so the beer doesn't brim over.