bouncy

[boun-see]

adjective

bouncier, bounciest 

1. tending characteristically to bounce or bounce well.

   An old tennis ball is not as bouncy as a new one.

2. resilient.

   a thick carpet that is bouncy underfoot.

3. animated; lively.

   a bouncy personality.

bouncy

/ ˈbaʊnsɪ /

adjective

1. lively, exuberant, or self-confident

2. having the capability or quality of bouncing

   a bouncy ball

3. responsive to bouncing; springy

   a bouncy bed

Other Word Forms

• bounciness noun
• bouncily adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of bouncy¹

First recorded in 1920–25; bounce + -y ¹

Example Sentences

The album as a whole is airy, bouncy, midtempo and meek, with bubbly keyboards, soft piano and no sonic extremes.

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As we spoke a large inflatable dinosaur loomed over our heads, part of a bouncy castle erected for the ANO rally.

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As unlikely as the tour seemed on paper, Blur's penchant for storytelling about everyday British life - punctuated by some bouncy guitar-driven pop melodies - made them a perfect fit for a quintessential seaside jaunt.

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“She’s so athletic, bouncy, and aggressive — that brings everyone to life.”

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“Happiness is slicker, bouncier. Joy is wider, deeper.”

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Related Words

• energetic 
• playful