BUOYANCY Synonyms: 95 Similar and Opposite Words

buoyancy

noun

Definition of buoyancy

as in vigorousness

the ability to remain strong and joyful despite challenges Never ones to be discouraged by a few setbacks, they woke up every morning with a renewed buoyancy to move forward.

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Recent Examples of buoyancy Blowing bubbles allows the sperm whales to control their buoyancy, the researchers argue. — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 23 July 2026 Four buckets of algae are anchored at each of the four corners to help the quilt maintain buoyancy. — Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 21 July 2026 The water has more than 1,000 pounds of Epsom salt, creating more buoyancy than the Dead Sea, but without curing your skin to jerky. — Tim Neville, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026 That modeling allowed the company to evaluate structural resistance, buoyancy and stability before physical testing. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for buoyancy

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Noun

For now, though, Denver appears focused on preserving Bo Nix’s favorite target for a full-strength playoff run.

— Luca Evans, Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2026
Jacas, whose reps have steadily increased over the week, has by no means dominated for even a stretch of practice, but flashes of excellent upper-body strength and burst off the line are there.

— Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of strength

Noun

Every boardroom has an AI agenda, yet most services companies are still struggling to convert enthusiasm into predictable, scalable revenue.

— Girish Joshi, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Welcome to Berkeley, where the vibes are immaculate, the views are world-class, and football enthusiasm has traditionally gone to die.

— Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of enthusiasm

Noun

This element not only delivers plush cushioning but also retains energy for a certain kind of springiness that kicks fatigue to the curb.

— Oscar Hartzog, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
The researchers, however, did not find meaningful improvements in post-exercise muscle recovery, soreness or tendon mechanical properties (strength, springiness and stretch resistance).

— Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 5 Mar. 2026

Definition of springiness

Noun

And women’s eagerness to lead—which surged following the release of Sheryl Sandberg’s 2013 call to action, Lean In—seems to have has plateaued.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 31 July 2026
Eric is the first of the trio to leave for good, but her eagerness might be her undoing—the weather might not yet be warm enough for a successful transit.

— Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026

Definition of eagerness

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Over the summer, Lawrence, like other college cities, switches from the liveliness of young students to the day-to-day of residents who have made a life there.

— PJ Green June 13, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Many of the streets seem narrower than those in Forza Horizon 6‘s Tokyo, and have some more traffic, too, which helps contribute a sense of scale and liveliness to the world.

— Adam Ismail, The Drive, 11 June 2026

Definition of liveliness

Noun

Papaya is a nutrient-dense fruit that can improve digestion, support eye health, and protect skin vitality.

— Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 5 Aug. 2026
The goal is to create environments fostering vitality, connection, and independence, allowing homeowners to live better and happier.

— Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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