Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bounce-off-the-walls
idiom
/baʊns ɒf ðə wɔːlz/
Definition
An expression used to describe someone who is extremely energetic, restless, or excited, often to the point of being uncontrollable.
Examples
- After drinking that large soda, the kids were bounce-off-the-walls with excitement.
- He was so bounce-off-the-walls that it was hard for him to sit still in class.
- At the birthday party, the bounce-off-the-walls atmosphere made it impossible not to have fun.
Meaning
To be overly energetic or hyperactive, as if one cannot contain their enthusiasm or energy.
Synonyms
- hyperactive
- energetic
- restless
- bouncy
- excitable
