Definition of buoyant
- v. t. & i. - Having the quality of rising or floating in a
fluid; tending to rise or float; as, iron is buoyant in mercury.
- v. t. & i. - Bearing up, as a fluid; sustaining another body by
being specifically heavier.
- v. t. & i. - Light-hearted; vivacious; cheerful; as, a buoyant
disposition; buoyant spirits.
- v. t. & i. - Having the quality of rising or floating in a
fluid; tending to rise or float; as, iron is buoyant in mercury.
- v. t. & i. - Bearing up, as a fluid; sustaining another body by
being specifically heavier.
- v. t. & i. - Light-hearted; vivacious; cheerful; as, a buoyant
disposition; buoyant spirits.