CEFR C1

springily

adverb

Meaning

In a flexible or elastic manner, often with a sense of lively or vigorous movement. This can describe the way someone moves, the way an object responds to force, or the overall quality of a motion.

Examples

The springily suspended bridge swayed gently in the breeze.
She walked springily across the stage, her feet barely touching the ground.

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springily (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈsprɪŋɪli/

Definition

In a flexible or elastic manner, often with a sense of lively or vigorous movement. This can describe the way someone moves, the way an object responds to force, or the overall quality of a motion.

Examples

The springily suspended bridge swayed gently in the breeze.
She walked springily across the stage, her feet barely touching the ground.

How to Use springily

move springily (verb phrase): to move with a spring-like motion — "The gymnast moved springily across the floor."
respond springily (verb phrase): to respond with a spring-like motion — "The toy car responded springily to the bump in the road."

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