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How does the adjective springy contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of springy are elastic, flexible, resilient, and supple. While all these words mean "able to endure strain without being permanently injured," springy stresses both the ease with which something yields to pressure and the quickness of its return to original shape.

the cake is done when the top is springy

When is it sensible to use elastic instead of springy?

In some situations, the words elastic and springy are roughly equivalent. However, elastic implies the property of resisting deformation by stretching.

an elastic waistband

When would flexible be a good substitute for springy?

The words flexible and springy can be used in similar contexts, but flexible applies to something which may or may not be resilient or elastic but which can be bent or folded without breaking.

flexible plastic tubing

In what contexts can resilient take the place of springy?

While the synonyms resilient and springy are close in meaning, resilient implies the ability to recover shape quickly when the deforming force or pressure is removed.

a resilient innersole

When is supple a more appropriate choice than springy?

The synonyms supple and springy are sometimes interchangeable, but supple applies to something that can be readily bent, twisted, or folded without any sign of injury.

supple leather

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of springy Always something to be said about a springy presence. Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025 Designed with soft, springy foam and a snug fit, this ultra-light trainer is ideal for long walking days. Jennifer Vermeer, Travel + Leisure, 2 June 2025 Julia snuck some matchstick carrots into the potato mixture, then blew my socks off with a punchy, springy topping of feta, mint, dill, and chives. Josh Miller, Southern Living, 23 May 2025 Photograph: Google Photograph: Google There are fresh animations that will feel more responsive, like how swiping a notification away from the notification drawer will feel springy with haptic feedback, and the notifications above and below will react to that action. Julian Chokkattu, Wired News, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for springy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for springy
Adjective
  • They are entitled to health, dental, vision, life and long-term care insurance, along with retirement plans and flexible spending accounts.
    Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 July 2025
  • Paramount+ offers two flexible plans to fit your streaming needs.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 11 July 2025
Adjective
  • Now officially open, the interactive restaurant invites guests to craft their own culinary creations in a lively, open-kitchen setting with stunning bay views that include Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge as the backdrop.
    Chelsea Davis, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
  • Visitors are always welcome to join the event for a lively meeting filled with camaraderie, inspiring guest speakers, and a delicious lunch.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 July 2025
Adjective
  • Dunaway should get stretch powers, because Hollywood is cruel about women aging and Mr. Fantastic’s power can be used like Botox (see also: Elasti-Woman on Doom Patrol).
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 17 July 2025
  • Your role is to coach, give honest feedback, and help identify stretch opportunities.
    Adrian Gostick, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Adjective
  • Born 12 years apart, videos shared by their mom online show an energetic and happy Izzy Offett and a reserved Wayland Coe through the years.
    Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 14 July 2025
  • These curious cats are energetic, curious and know their names.
    Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
Adjective
  • Simon added countries need to agree on the language for a treaty, so the world can work together to finally end plastic pollution.
    Jamie Hailstone, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • Each loaf was sold in a 12-ounce plastic bag marked with UPC 24126018152 on the bottom of the packaging.
    Isabel van Brugen, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Adjective
  • Netflix’s deal with Ubisoft got underway in 2020 and includes multiple Assassin’s Creed projects, including animated and anime series inspired by the games.
    Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 17 July 2025
  • The two animated companions are available to anyone, including Grok users without a paid subscription, but users must opt in through the app’s settings to get access.
    David Ingram, NBC news, 15 July 2025
Adjective
  • There's a rubbery foot to the bottom of the cylinder that rotates on a ring over 88 degrees and works with a flatter strip to the top so that the unit can be placed at different upthrow angles, and stay where it's put.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 July 2025
  • There is always an antidote or a rubbery mask to thwart the same evildoers.
    Keith Sharon, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Adjective
  • These insects have been active since the end of June.
    Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 12 July 2025
  • State records show that Glass House holds multiple active licenses to grow cannabis.
    Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025

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“Springy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/springy. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.

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