Envision a container so full, it spills contents. Use 'brim over' when visually describing such scenarios.

Visual Imagery

'Brim over' suggests something has reached or passed its maximum capacity.

Beyond Capacity

While often neutral, it can have a negative connotation, indicating excessiveness or overwhelm.

Use 'brim over' to express strong emotions that seem to overflow from a person.

It is often used positively to describe an abundance of good qualities or feelings.

Adding 'brimming over' can stress the enormity or overpowering nature of an emotion or state.