buoyancy

/ˈbɔɪənsi/
noun
  1. The ability of an object to float in a liquid or gas.
    • The submarine adjusts its buoyancy by taking in or releasing water.
    • A life jacket provides extra buoyancy to help you stay afloat.
    • The buoyancy of a boat depends on its shape and the density of the water.
  2. A cheerful and optimistic attitude; the ability to recover quickly from setbacks.
    • Her natural buoyancy helped her stay positive even after losing the game.
    • His buoyancy in the face of criticism impressed his coworkers.
    • The team's buoyancy kept morale high during the difficult project.
  3. The tendency of prices, markets, or economies to rise or stay strong.
    • The company's profits reflected the buoyancy of consumer spending.
    • Economists noted the buoyancy of the housing market this quarter.
    • The stock market showed surprising buoyancy despite the bad news.
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