bounced

[baʊnst]

bounced Definition

• 1. to rebound off a surface
• 2. to move up and down repeatedly
• 3. to return a check or payment due to insufficient funds

Using bounced: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bounced" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The ball bounced off the wall and hit him in the face.

• Example

  She bounced the baby on her knee.

• Example

  The bank bounced my check because of insufficient funds.

bounced Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bounced

• rebound
• ricochet
• spring
• jump
• hop

Antonyms for bounced

• settle
• stay
• calm

Phrases with bounced

• bounce back

  to recover from a setback or difficult situation

  Example

  After losing his job, he was able to bounce back and start his own business.

• bounce off the walls

  to be very energetic or restless

  Example

  The kids were bouncing off the walls after eating all that candy.

• bounce ideas off someone

  to share ideas with someone in order to get their feedback or opinion

  Example

  I like to bounce my ideas off my coworkers before presenting them to my boss.

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Summary: bounced in Brief

The verb 'bounced' [baʊnst] has three main meanings: to rebound off a surface, to move up and down repeatedly, and to return a check or payment due to insufficient funds. It can be used in phrases like 'bounce back,' meaning to recover from a setback, and 'bounce ideas off someone,' meaning to share ideas for feedback. Examples include 'The ball bounced off the wall and hit him in the face,' and 'The bank bounced my check because of insufficient funds.'