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Buoyancy

BOY-uh-nsee

/ˈbɔɪʌnsiː/

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buoyancy

Dictionary meaning

Irrepressible liveliness and good spirit.

Examples

  • I admired their buoyancy and persistent good humor.

Synonyms: irrepressibility

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