buoyant

Definitions

Able to stay afloat or rise to the top of a liquid or gas.

Cheerful and optimistic in disposition.

Capable of maintaining a high or resilient level of activity or prices.

Examples

The cork remained buoyant even after being submerged in the water for several minutes.

Despite the economic downturn, the company maintained a buoyant outlook for the upcoming fiscal year.

Her buoyant personality made her a favorite among her colleagues and friends.

Synonyms

cheerful resilient optimistic lighthearted floating bouncy vivacious

Antonyms

depressed sinking heavy pessimistic gloomy despondent melancholy