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hoppy

hoppy

1 4.3
Moving by quick small jumps like a rabbit or frog
  • adjective
  • /ˈhɑːpi/
translation icon : saltarín

Examples

  • Yeah hoppy.

  • The little boy was so excited that he started to run in a hoppy way across the playground.

  • The rabbit moved in a hoppy manner, excited to nibble on fresh clover.

  • After the rain, the frogs were hoppy as they jumped happily around the garden.

Synonyms

springy
vshoppy
2 3.8

Moving in a light, energetic way that shows confidence

is more about quick springing motion rather than confident buoyant style
hippity hoppity
vshoppy
  • Baby Talk
1 9.5

Moving with quick, bouncy jumps like a child or small animal

is similar but used in general contexts rather than only childlike speech
skippy
vshoppy
  • Informal
1 7.0

Acting or moving in a lively, bouncy way

is about quick springing motion rather than general lively behaviour
hoppity
vshoppy
  • Informal
7.4

Moving in small playful jumps like a rabbit

is broader, meaning quick springing motions rather than tiny playful jumps
jiggety
vshoppy
  • UK
9.3

Lively and bouncy in a way that looks jerky

is smoother quick springing movement rather than jerky or uneven motion

Antonyms

1.0

Not moving or making a sound

1.0

Moving or happening at a low speed

Compounds

A beer with a strong bitter taste often found in classic styles

How Springy

hoppy
1 4.3
bouncy
16 2.0
springy
2 3.8
flat
797 1.0

Surface Forms

hoppy positive
hoppier comparative
hoppiest superlative

Morphology

hoppy = hop (transparent) = hop + y

The adjective 'hoppy' is transparently derived from 'hop', indicating movement characterized by hopping.

Etymology

Hoppy comes from the verb hop, which means 'to jump', so something 'hoppy' moves with quick, bouncy jumps like a rabbit or a frog.