buoyant

/ˈbuːjənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or showing a light and cheerful spirit; lively and enthusiastic

“Her buoyant personality lifted the mood of the whole room.”

2. noun

a floating object designed to mark the position of the bottom of a body of water

“The buoyant was used to indicate the water’s depth and prevent ships from running aground.”

Synonyms

  • cheerful
  • lively
  • sprightly
  • spry

Antonyms

  • deflated
  • depressed
  • despondent
  • somber