springtime

noun

spring·​time ˈspriŋ-ˌtīm 

1

: the season of spring

2

: youth sense 1a

3

: an early or flourishing stage of development

Synonyms of springtime

• bloom
• blooming

Examples of springtime in a Sentence

Springtime is her favorite time of year.

a springtime of entrepreneurship in the old Soviet bloc after the fall of the Iron Curtain

Recent Examples on the Web

Pastel shades can usually read springtime, but a high-shine chromatic topper gives this look an edgy vibe that any Leo will appreciate. — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 17 July 2026

Neese recommends leaning into springtime planting instead of leaping in headfirst. — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 15 July 2026

Native plants, open trails, and seasonal blooms (especially beautiful in springtime) showcase the Texas Hill Country at its most photogenic. — Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 9 July 2026

The lesson plan culminates in a springtime visit to the Splash Education Center at 4426 Excelsior Road and the vernal pools behind the center at Mather Field. — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 5 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing springtime

• in (the) springtime

Rhymes for springtime

• airtime
• bedtime
• daytime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• longtime
• lunchtime
• mealtime
• meantime
• nighttime

Kids Definition

springtime

noun

spring·​time ˈspriŋ-ˌtīm 

: the season of spring