springy
2
3.8
- adjective
- /ˈsprɪŋi/
:
elástico
- Fortunately, small boys are extremely springy and elastic.
- springy step
- springy gait
- springy hair
Examples
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It made me conscious of my own wiriness and the springy, electric energy in the muscles of my legs.
Fiction book (1998) -
Alex walked through the Plaza's glittering lobby, his knees loose and bouncy with nervous energy, the plush springy carpet making him feel as though he might float up toward the ceiling.
Fiction book (1998) -
Their feet, if a bit offbeat, at least were springy.
Fiction book (1997) -
The way she walked, chin up in the weather, squared off, yet springy on her feet - that was the first thing Corinne noticed.
Fiction book (1998) -
Her step was springy.
Fiction book (1992) -
Yama jumped up—a springy man, muscular, bandy-legged.
Fiction book (2000) -
Shorter, slimmer than the others, this one strode with a springy, elfin gait, clothed in the tunic and leggings of a hunter.
Fiction book (1994) -
The child jumped up with a springy motion, as if filled with energy.
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She walked with a springy gait, showing her excitement for the upcoming event.
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After the workout, he felt springy and ready to take on the day.
Synonyms
45
4.1
Cheerful and full of energy
15
3.7
Quick and energetic in movement or action
9
2.0
That returns quickly to its shape and moves lightly when touched
8
5.3
Able to move quickly and lightly, often despite being old
4
6.0
Quick and full of energy
3
5.4
Elastic and springy so it bounces back after pressure
1
7.0
Acting or moving in a lively, bouncy way
Antonyms
How Energetic
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Springy comes from spring, like a metal spring that jumps or the season that feels fresh, plus the ending -y meaning 'full of'. So, someone who moves in a springy way looks quick and bouncy, full of energy.