springy
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adjective \ˈspriŋ-ē\spring·i·erspring·i·est
Definition of SPRINGY
1
: having an elastic quality : resilient <green springy wood>
2
: having or showing a lively and energetic movement <walks with a springy step>
— spring·i·ly \ˈspriŋ-ə-lē\ adverb
— spring·i·ness \ˈspriŋ-ē-nəs\ noun
See Examples of SPRINGY
- He walks with a springy step.
- <pillows made with springy foam that bounces right back>
First Known Use of SPRINGY
1660
Related to SPRINGY
- Synonyms
- bouncy, flexible, resilient, rubberlike, rubbery, elastic, stretch, stretchable, stretchy, supple, whippy
- Antonyms
- inelastic, inflexible, nonelastic, rigid, stiff
See Synonym Discussion at elastic
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