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buoyant

[ˈbɔɪənt]

buoyant Definition

  • 1able to stay afloat or rise to the top of a liquid or gas
  • 2cheerful and optimistic

Using buoyant: Examples

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

  • Example

    The cork was buoyant enough to keep the fishing line afloat.

  • Example

    The economy is showing signs of becoming more buoyant.

  • Example

    She was in a buoyant mood after receiving the good news.

buoyant Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for buoyant

Idioms Using buoyant

  • to support or encourage someone who is feeling down or discouraged

    Example

    Her kind words buoyed him up and gave him the confidence to keep going.

  • to take advantage of a positive situation or trend

    Example

    The company was able to ride the buoyant wave of the tech boom and grow rapidly.

  • to help someone maintain a positive and optimistic outlook

    Example

    Her friends and family did their best to keep her buoyant during the difficult time.

Phrases with buoyant

  • buoyant force

    the upward force exerted by a fluid on an object immersed in it

    Example

    The buoyant force of water keeps the boat afloat.

  • a market that is doing well and showing growth

    Example

    The company's buoyant sales figures indicate a strong market demand for their products.

  • a cheerful and optimistic attitude

    Example

    Despite the challenges, she maintained a buoyant spirit and kept working towards her goals.

Origins of buoyant

from French 'bouyant', present participle of 'boyer', meaning 'to float'

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Summary: buoyant in Brief

The term 'buoyant' [ˈbɔɪənt] refers to the ability to float or rise to the top of a liquid or gas, as well as a cheerful and optimistic attitude. It can describe physical objects like a cork or a boat, or abstract concepts like the economy or a person's mood. Phrases like 'buoyant force' and 'buoyant market' extend its meaning, while idioms like 'ride the buoyant wave' and 'keep someone buoyant' suggest ways to take advantage of or maintain a positive outlook.