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springy
adjective \ˈspriŋ-ē\
: returning to an original shape when pressed down, twisted, stretched, etc.
: having or showing lively and energetic movement
spring·i·erspring·i·est
Full Definition of SPRINGY
1
: having an elastic quality : resilient <green springy wood>
2
: having or showing a lively and energetic movement <walks with a springy step>
— spring·i·ly \ˈspriŋ-ə-lē\ adverb
— spring·i·ness \ˈspriŋ-ē-nəs\ noun
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First Known Use of SPRINGY
1660
Related to SPRINGY
- Synonyms
- bouncy, flexible, resilient, rubberlike, rubbery, elastic, stretch, stretchable, stretchy, supple, whippy
- Antonyms
- inelastic, inflexible, nonelastic, rigid, stiff
Synonym Discussion of SPRINGY
elastic, resilient, springy, flexible, supple mean able to endure strain without being permanently injured. elastic implies the property of resisting deformation by stretching <an elastic waistband>. resilient implies the ability to recover shape quickly when the deforming force or pressure is removed <a resilient innersole>. 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>. 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>. supple applies to something that can be readily bent, twisted, or folded without any sign of injury <supple leather>.
SPRINGY Defined for Kids
springy
adjective \ˈspriŋ-ē\
spring·i·erspring·i·est
Definition of SPRINGY for Kids
1
: able to return to an original shape when twisted or stretched <a springy branch>
2
: having or showing a lively and energetic movement <He walks with a springy step.>
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