as in lively
in a quick and spirited manner
went about her chores cheerfully and buoyantly
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of buoyantly
The song's interplay between choir and orchestra is buoyantly euphoric, opening a door to bolder, more intentionally progressive and soulful sounds in the country's mainstream.
—
Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 May 2025
Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 May 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for buoyantly
playfully
Adverb
-
Venus Williams playfully shaded her former doubles partner and sister Serena during the US Open.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
3 Sep. 2025
-
Between her huge mane of hair and his white cowboy hat, Gaga and Mars playfully evoked '70s country music duos.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
31 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Buoyantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/buoyantly. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share