springiness

noun

Definition of springinessnext
as in buoyancy

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Recent Examples of springiness 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 Alongside the proteins, the crunch of the egg roll and springiness of the noodles made the bowl texturally playful. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 27 Nov. 2025 The pleasures of chewy textures are on better display in a shallow bowl of trofie, teeny-tiny handmade pasta twists cooked to a lovely springiness. — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2025 Flicking not a result of fast actuation but of the natural compliance and springiness of the actuator. — IEEE Spectrum, 18 Feb. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for springiness
  1. buoyancy
  2. liveliness
  3. jauntiness
  4. exuberance
  5. vivacity
  6. vitality
  7. vibrancy
Noun
  • The movie had an irreverent spark that felt refreshing, fueling its buoyancy and pumping blood to its ample heart.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 June 2026
  • Swimming is metabolically the least expensive (near-neutral buoyancy needs no energy to support bodies), flying costs more, and running is the least efficient mode of animal and human locomotion.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 June 2026
Definition of buoyancy
Noun
  • 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
  • Cloaked in a dress that looked like it was made of gold coins, and that seemed to give her a jauntiness on the ice, Liu completed a strenuous seven triple jumps.
    — Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 22 Feb. 2026
Definition of jauntiness
Noun
  • The stars are shining brightly on you, heightening your popularity and exuberance.
    — Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
  • When elation and exuberance reign, valuations are high and stocks are dangerous.
    — James Berman, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of exuberance
Noun
  • His obvious wig — made even more obvious since the actor is quite famously bald — still has more vivacity than the film’s tepid choreography.
    — Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 8 July 2026
  • Today, that sense of resilience and vivacity is more relevant than ever.
    — Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026
Definition of vivacity
Noun
  • Without a course correction, this exodus will drain the state’s economic vitality.
    — Wayne Winegarden, Oc Register, 9 July 2026
  • The name change marked a shift from being part of the VivaMayr family to becoming an independent, forward-facing brand dedicated to longevity medicine and long-term vitality.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
Definition of vitality
Noun
  • Bermuda shorts + colorful accessories Since summer is also synonymous with vibrancy, colorful accessories are a must.
    — Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 7 July 2026
  • How can a sliver of that game day vibrancy be repeated on the average weekday?
    — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of vibrancy

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“Springiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/springiness. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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