Swarm

usgb/swɔːrm/
noun

A big group of small animals, especially insects, moving together.

A swarm of bees was buzzing around the flower.
Visual representation of "swarm" - A big group of small animals, especially insects, moving together.

Often appears as...

  • swarm of bees
  • swarm of ants
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Common Insects

Swarm is often used to describe groups of bees, wasps, or ants, especially when they are moving collectively.

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A swarm of wasps hovered over the abandoned picnic table.
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Natural Behavior

Swarm implies a natural instinct, occurring when animals gather for migration, protection, or feeding.

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During spring, a swarm of butterflies can be seen in the meadows.
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Neutral Connotation

Swarm is neutral and doesn’t always mean something negative; context indicates whether it's harmful.

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Bird watchers were excited to observe the swarm of sparrows.
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