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jouncy

adjective
\ ˈjau̇n(t)-sē How to pronounce jouncy (audio) \
jouncier; jounciest

Definition of jouncy

: marked by a jouncing motion or effect
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I'm afraid the car will give a rather jouncy ride until I can get the shocks repaired.

First Known Use of jouncy

1943, in the meaning defined above

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