bouncing

[ boun-sing ]

adjective

1. stout, strong, or vigorous:

   a bouncing baby boy.

2. exaggerated; big; hearty; noisy.

bouncing

/ ˈbaʊnsɪŋ /

adjective

1. whenpostpositive, foll by with vigorous and robust (esp in the phrase a bouncing baby )

Other Words From

• bouncing·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of bouncing¹

First recorded in 1570–80; bounce + -ing ²

Example Sentences

For the third year in a row, Jay Leno is bouncing back after an ugly injury.

From Los Angeles Times

England have bags of talent and we have watched Ollie Sleightholme bouncing around, stepping defenders and scoring tries all season for Northampton.

From BBC

"I got kicked out of school when I was 12 and so I spent my entire education bouncing around different PRUs," Ms Simms tells BBC London, adding that despite this, "I made it out alright".

From BBC

And she loves to bounce, she thinks bouncing is so cool.

From Los Angeles Times

It seems there are still some bouncing about in the boot.

From BBC

Related Words

• active
• brisk
• dynamic
• effective
• efficient
• forceful
• healthy
• intense
• lively
• persuasive
• potent
• robust
• spirited
• strenuous
• strong
• tough
• vital
• zealous