Bouncy
6 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Tending to spring back readily when compressed or struck, or characterised by lively and energetic movement.
“The children adored the bouncy castle that had been set up in the garden.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈbaʊnsi/
Syllables
bounc·y
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Wordle
Ends in CY which is an unusual combination, OU pair in the middle, no repeated letters
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points, Y and C together boost the score considerably, a solid six-letter play
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