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bouncy
/ˈbaʊnsi/
The word evokes a sense of upward momentum and resilience. It describes an object's physical ability to recoil quickly from a surface, but it carries a strong emotional association with youthfulness and optimism. When applied to personality or mood, it suggests a contagious, high-energy enthusiasm that is lighthearted rather than intense. Unlike 'energetic', which can be serious or focused, 'bouncy' implies a playful, almost erratic quality of excitement. In physical movement, it describes a gait that lacks heaviness, suggesting lightness and agility. It is generally a positive term, though when describing hair or fabric, it emphasizes volume and health.
Ý nghĩa
Cụm từ kết hợp
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.
Từ nguyên
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.