Bouncy: meaning, definitions and examples
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bouncy
[ ˈbaʊnsi ]
fun
Having a lively and energetic quality, often characterized by bouncing movements.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The kids were full of bouncy energy during the party.
- The bouncy music had everyone dancing.
hair
Having a full and voluminous quality, often describing hair that appears to bounce.
Synonyms
full-bodied, luscious, voluminous
Examples of usage
- Her bouncy curls framed her face beautifully.
- She used a special shampoo to achieve bouncy hair.
ball
A small, resilient ball that rebounds when thrown or dropped.
Synonyms
rebounding ball, resilient ball, rubber ball
Examples of usage
- The children played catch with the bouncy ball.
- He bounced the bouncy ball against the wall.
Translations
Translations of the word "bouncy" in other languages:
🇵🇹 saltitante
🇮🇳 उछल कूद करने वाला
🇩🇪 hüpfend
🇮🇩 melompat-lompat
🇺🇦 пружний
🇵🇱 skoczny
🇯🇵 弾む
🇫🇷 rebondissant
🇪🇸 rebotante
🇹🇷 zıplayan
🇰🇷 튀는
🇸🇦 قفزي
🇨🇿 skákavý
🇸🇰 skákavý
🇨🇳 弹跳的
🇸🇮 poskočen
🇮🇸 fjaðrandi
🇰🇿 секіргіш
🇬🇪 მხტუნავი
🇦🇿 tullanmaq
🇲🇽 rebotante
Word origin
The word 'bouncy' originated from the verb 'bounce' which has been in use since the 13th century. The suffix '-y' is added to 'bounce' to create the adjective 'bouncy', which first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century. The term is often associated with energy and liveliness, reflecting the action of rebounding or springing back. Over time, 'bouncy' has evolved to describe not just physical movements but also qualities like hair or texture that convey a sense of resilience and vitality.
See also: bounce.