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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 Don't get too springy yet — winter weather is coming for many Americans this weekend. Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2025 The bright blue is also springy and sweet for Easter. Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025 If there's a beloved family dish that must grace table, feel free to add it to this springy lineup featuring a quiche (pictured), hearty pasta bake, and deviled eggs, of course! Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025 The gluten from wheat flour (e.g., all-purpose flour) helps produce air bubbles that contribute to a cake’s density and springy texture.219 7. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Rdn, Health, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for springy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for springy
Adjective
  • The rules around federal civil proceedings are slightly more flexible, allowing for recording in some instances at the discretion of the judge.
    Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 13 May 2025
  • Want a new career that’s higher-paying, more flexible or fulfilling?
    Jeannie Kim, CNBC, 12 May 2025
Adjective
  • The user's tale went on to generate a lively conversation in the comments section of the post.
    Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 8 May 2025
  • Domingo, one of the earliest VIP arrivals at the party, was showing off his style on the lane, ball in hand, as the lively room continued to fill up.
    Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 5 May 2025
Adjective
  • The following year Turkish mill Bossa launched Endless Blue, a line of stretch denim fabrics made with the regenerated cellulose fiber.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Apr. 2025
  • The reality is, high performers thrive on stretch goals.
    Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • That motion can help build strength that translates over to tons of daily tasks, like walking an energetic dog or opening a heavy door, to name a few.
    Christa Sgobba, SELF, 12 May 2025
  • The collection combines breathable, comfortable fabrics with a bold, energetic color palette—perfect for those constantly on the go.
    Essence, Essence, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • The case looks great on its own to my eyes, with a two tone finish consisting of faux-leather and plastic frame that snaps onto the Vivo X200 Ultra.
    Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
  • The miserable, rainy conditions outside the Canadian Tire Centre that evening seemingly foreshadowed an impending loss as one Maple Leafs fan braved the rain with a plastic broom hoisted above his head.
    Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 2 May 2025
Adjective
  • Its production pedigree and glib roasting of materialism through the magic-using preppy Kaz set it apart from the majority of animated and live-action series alike.
    Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 2 May 2025
  • New installments in development include a fifth chapter in the main series, an animated prequel, and a spin-off focused on Donnie Yen’s blind assassin, Caine.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 2 May 2025
Adjective
  • This futuristic-looking pod on legs has a rubbery bottom for litter, a weight detector that sets off the cleaning cycle a few minutes after your cat has done its business, and a slide-out tray in the bottom.
    Molly Higgins, Wired News, 9 May 2025
  • Uterine fibroids Uterine fibroids—benign firm, rubbery growths on the uterus—affect up to 80% of people who get periods.
    Ashley Abramson, SELF, 7 May 2025
Adjective
  • Transfer portal Campbell hasn’t written much about the portal, and Texas Tech has been an active user in recent years.
    Chris Vannini, New York Times, 13 May 2025
  • Calipari said the Razorbacks may still be active in the portal.
    Anthony Kristensen, Arkansas Online, 13 May 2025

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“Springy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/springy. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

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