English Explanatory Dictionary

springy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. That returns rapidly to its original form (as a spring does) after being bent, compressed, stretched, etc.
  2. Lively; bouncy.
  3. Characteristic of the spring season.
  4. Of land, having many springs (of water).

Pronunciation

/ˈspɹɪŋi/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-springy.wav

Word forms

springy springier springiest

Etymology

From spring + -y.

Synonyms

bouncy elastic resilient jaunty energetic vigorous springlike mild

Antonyms

unspringy

Derived words

springily springiness unspringy
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