bouncy

adjective

ˈbau̇n(t)-sē How to pronounce bouncy (audio)
Definition of bouncynext
1
as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted bouncy seat cushions

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2
as in joyful
joyously unrestrained unsurprisingly, the bouncy talk show hostess was a cheerleader in high school

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Recent Examples of bouncy The cushions will stay bouncy thanks to sinuous springs that prevent sagging over time. — Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026 When the pressure is reduced, the gas expands inside the foam to create bubbles or cells that give the foam its lighter, bouncier properties. — Kieran Alger, Wired News, 23 Apr. 2026 The cushions are bouncy and covered in a fade-resistant material, and when not in use, the chair folds to save space. — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026 As well as Carrick, step forward Liam Rosenior (Chelsea), David Moyes (Everton), Unai Emery (Aston Villa) and Gary O’Neil (Bournemouth) as the bounciest of new managers since the start of the 2021-22 season. — Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bouncy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouncy
  1. flexible
  2. joyful
  3. stretch
  4. exuberant
  5. plastic
  6. bubbly
  7. resilient
  8. buoyant
Adjective
  • Existing furniture and materials are reused in line with the brand’s B Corp certification, while new elements have been designed for flexible use across different collections and layouts.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • Made entirely from flexible, compliant materials, the system eliminates the need for conventional electronic sensors and control circuits, reducing complexity and potential failure points.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • The singer leaned all the way into the feel-good and joyful song, dropping pink, white and orange balloons from the ceiling as confetti shot in the air.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2026
  • We were treated to a commercial-free evening of exciting entertaining, educational, emotional and joyful programming.
    — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of joyful
Adjective
  • The Dallas Mavericks are acquiring a stretch big man to put next to Cooper Flagg.
    — Christian Clark, New York Times, 1 July 2026
  • Like many of Levi’s best-selling styles, they’re made from 100-percent cotton and have a non-stretch fit.
    — Iman Balagam, InStyle, 26 June 2026
Definition of stretch
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  • In the 2003 film, the Dan Band’s sweaty, inappropriately exuberant version of the ’80s power ballad upstages Will Ferrell’s wedding.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • The film appears to mark a departure from Impacciatore’s recent roles that are imbued in her goofy, exuberant persona.
    — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 9 July 2026
Definition of exuberant
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  • Liquid toiletries must come in dispensers larger than 180 milliliters rather than tiny plastic bottles.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Transfer into glass containers (not plastic), and pop into the fridge.
    — Lauren Murdoch-Smith, Vogue, 11 July 2026
Definition of plastic
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  • Leo confides in the shark to process a confusing world until the spirited and bubbly au pair Anya (Bakalova) bursts into their lives.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026
  • The drink is bubbly and crisp, with that familiar tang, reminiscent of apple cider vinegar, that’s common in most kombucha varieties.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Definition of bubbly
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  • The study proposes 12 strategies to strengthen the ecosystem, including expanding funding tools, improving tax incentives, supporting distribution and promotion, and recognizing the operational costs needed to build resilient production companies.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 11 July 2026
  • Despite their simple on-off style, the shoes have a rugged, resilient design that’s fit to take on long walks and tough trails.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 July 2026
Definition of resilient
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  • The buoyant design also allows the robots to occupy unused three-dimensional indoor space.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
  • Yet stadiums were full and buoyant, with fans’ passion as much a part of it all as the teams.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 12 July 2026
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