bouncy

[ boun-see ]

adjective

, bounc·i·er, bounc·i·est.

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

Derived Forms

• ˈbounciness, noun
• ˈbouncily, adverb

Other Words From

• bounci·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of bouncy¹

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

Example Sentences

He seems to be starting over on “Light Again!,” a track full of bouncy bravado that will likely appear on a forthcoming album called “Dreamboy.”

From New York Times

"He was very quiet, and usually your dad was very bouncy and laughable; would have a good laugh, but that had all gone."

From BBC

Over my career, both the travel writing industry and publication budgets in general have deflated like an unplugged bouncy house.

From Salon

It’s bouncy and pleasant, with likable — or eventually likable — characters, some of whom will present problems for the couple along the way.

From Los Angeles Times

Now, she’s noticed an uptick in the huapango dance, a faster and bouncy norteño groove with an alternating two-step and an occasional hip roll that can be done paired or solo — which she has mastered.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• energetic
• playful