Bounced: meaning, definitions and examples

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bounced

 

[ baสŠnst ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical action

To bounce means to move quickly away from a surface after hitting it, often used to describe the action of a ball or similar object. This action involves an elastic rebound that can vary in height depending on the object's materials and the force applied. Bouncing can also refer to a sudden movement or a lively demeanor. In physical activity or sports, bouncing is often used to describe the motion of athletes or equipment.

Synonyms

rebound, ricochet, spring

Examples of usage

  • The ball bounced off the wall.
  • She watched the children bounce on the trampolines.
  • He bounced back quickly after the setback.
Context #2 | Verb

emotional response

In a more abstract sense, to bounce can describe a person's emotional state, indicating a quick recovery from disappointment or adversity. It suggests resilience and an ability to regain oneโ€™s spirits rapidly after a negative experience. This usage often pertains to someoneโ€™s mood being lifted or improved, akin to bouncing back to happiness.

Synonyms

recover, regain, rejuvenate

Examples of usage

  • She was feeling down, but she bounced back with a smile.
  • After the bad news, it took him a while to bounce back.
  • Even after failures, her optimism helped her bounce.

Translations

Translations of the word "bounced" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rebotou

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเค‰เค‚เคธ เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช abgeprallt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memantul

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดัะบะพั‡ะธะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odbiล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ทณใญ่ฟ”ใฃใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rebondi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rebotado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท seken

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŠ•๊ฒจ ๋‚˜๊ฐ”๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุฑุชุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ odrazil

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odrazil

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅๅผน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ odboฤil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ falla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตั€ะฟั–ะปะณะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒฃแƒœแƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tullanmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rebotรณ

Etymology

The word 'bounce' dates back to the early 14th century, derived from the Middle English word 'bouncen', signifying to rebound or spring back. Its etymology traces further to the Old French 'boncer', which means to thump or strike. Throughout the centuries, the meaning of 'bounce' expanded beyond just physical movements to incorporate emotional resilience and the ability to recover quickly from setbacks. It has found its place in various contexts, including sports, personal development, and even technology, where 'bounce' can refer to the response of emails that fail to reach their recipients. This evolution highlights the dynamic nature of language as it adapts to new experiences and forms of expression.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,174, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.