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bouncy
/ˈbaʊnsi/
The adjective 'bouncy' is commonly used to describe physical objects that are elastic or springy, like a ball or a trampoline. It can also describe a person's energetic and lively personality or their cheerful way of moving. It's generally an informal and positive word. There are no major grammatical complications; it's a regular adjective that can be used in comparative and superlative forms (bouncier, bounciest).
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This new sofa is way too bouncy. It's basically a trampoline.
Sounds like a vibe. Just bite the bullet and buy it.
Meanings
Collocations & Compounds
bouncy castle
An inflatable structure for children to jump on.
We rented a bouncy castle for the birthday party.
bouncy ball
A rubber ball designed to bounce very high.
The kids were playing with a bouncy ball in the garden.
bouncy hair
Hair that has a lot of natural volume and spring.
Her bouncy hair looked great after the salon visit.
bouncy step
A lively and energetic way of walking.
He walked with a bouncy step, clearly in a good mood.
bouncy mattress
A mattress that springs back significantly when weight is applied.
This new bouncy mattress is surprisingly comfortable.
Etymology
The word 'bouncy' originates from the Middle English word 'bouncen,' meaning to leap or rebound. This, in turn, likely derives from the Old French 'boncir,' also related to leaping. The '-y' suffix was added in English to form an adjective, describing something that possesses the quality of bouncing. The concept of bouncing, of course, is ancient, tied to the physical properties of elasticity and resilience found in many natural materials and objects.