rebound (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈriːbaʊnd/

Definition

To spring back or bounce off a surface after hitting it.

Examples

• The rubber ball will rebound if you drop it.

• The puck rebounded off the goalie's pads.

• His shot rebounded off the post and went wide.

How to Use rebound

rebound off (prepositional phrase)

To bounce off a surface. — "The ball rebounded off the wall."

rebound from (prepositional phrase)

To recover from a setback or difficulty. — "It took him a long time to rebound from the illness."

offensive rebound (collocation)

Gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot by your own team. — "He is known for his ability to secure offensive rebounds."

defensive rebound (collocation)

Gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot by the opposing team. — "Securing the defensive rebound is crucial to starting a fast break."

Synonyms of rebound

Words with a similar meaning to rebound:

• bounce
• recoil
• ricochet
• spring back

Antonyms of rebound

Words with the opposite meaning to rebound:

• stick
• absorb

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