springier; springiest
1
: having an elastic quality : resilient
green springy wood
2
: having or showing a lively and energetic movement
walks with a springy step
Synonyms
Examples of springy in a Sentence
He walks with a springy step.
pillows made with springy foam that bounces right back
Recent Examples on the Web
With 16 colors to choose from, every spring or summer occasion is covered: The light pink color would look cheery with a springy swimsuit, while the white ones would work well for a bachelorette party.
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Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2024
The sleek cut is made even more appealing thanks to the lightweight, ultra-soft fabric, plus the dress comes in 19 springy colors and patterns to amp up your wardrobe for under $50.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2024
Bailey paired her bob with an equally springy glam, with softly smoky taupe eyes, peachy rose blush, a fluttery, wispy strip lash, and lined glossy lips.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 25 Mar. 2024
My farm box delivered fresh peas and green garlic this week, which inspired this springy, savory morning meal enjoyed with runny eggs and a strewing of fresh chives from my garden.
—Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2024
Wendy’s is also updating its menu with a springy treat.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 18 Mar. 2024
This $12 Amazon option in a bright, springy blue hue is the perfect Easter basket stuffer for kids that love the style and convenience of designer belt bags.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2024
Before Kaya Scodelario applies her springy makeup look, the British actress has a few pores to unclog.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2024
Gretta had a herd of Pekingese, all of them named after drinks—Julep and Gimlet and Paloma and Tom Collins—all of them stinky and obese and half blind with cataracts except for the youngest, Mai Tai, who was small and springy, with bright eyes and a coat as soft and white as rabbit fur.
—Aryn Kyle, Harper's Magazine, 26 Feb. 2024
Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2024
The sleek cut is made even more appealing thanks to the lightweight, ultra-soft fabric, plus the dress comes in 19 springy colors and patterns to amp up your wardrobe for under $50.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2024
Bailey paired her bob with an equally springy glam, with softly smoky taupe eyes, peachy rose blush, a fluttery, wispy strip lash, and lined glossy lips.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 25 Mar. 2024
My farm box delivered fresh peas and green garlic this week, which inspired this springy, savory morning meal enjoyed with runny eggs and a strewing of fresh chives from my garden.
—Laura McLively, The Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2024
Wendy’s is also updating its menu with a springy treat.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 18 Mar. 2024
This $12 Amazon option in a bright, springy blue hue is the perfect Easter basket stuffer for kids that love the style and convenience of designer belt bags.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2024
Before Kaya Scodelario applies her springy makeup look, the British actress has a few pores to unclog.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2024
Gretta had a herd of Pekingese, all of them named after drinks—Julep and Gimlet and Paloma and Tom Collins—all of them stinky and obese and half blind with cataracts except for the youngest, Mai Tai, who was small and springy, with bright eyes and a coat as soft and white as rabbit fur.
—Aryn Kyle, Harper's Magazine, 26 Feb. 2024
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“Springy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/springy. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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springy
adjective
springier; springiest
1
: having an elastic quality
green springy wood
2
: having or showing a lively and energetic movement
walks with a springy step
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