What is another word for Bristling?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪslɪŋ] (IPA) 
Bristling is a term used to describe the formation of stiff and spiky hairs or fibers on a surface, such as an animal's fur, skin, or a person's scalp. Some synonyms for the word bristling include spiky, prickly, thorny, stiff, rough, jagged, and unyielding. These words all convey a sense of resistance or tension, as if the surface is standing up in defiance or preparing to defend itself. Bristling can also be used figuratively to describe a person's emotional state or attitude, such as when they are angry, defensive, or on-edge. Other synonyms for the term in this context might include irate, aggravated, tense, or hostile.
