Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
buoyancy
noun
/ˈbɔɪənsi/
Definition
The ability or capacity of an object to float in a fluid or to rise in air.
Examples
- The buoyancy of the boat allowed it to float effortlessly on the water.
- He was amazed by the buoyancy of the helium balloon, which floated high above.
- Scientists study the buoyancy of various materials to understand how they behave in different environments.
Meaning
Buoyancy refers to the upward force exerted by a fluid, which makes objects either float or remain suspended in it.
Synonyms
- floatability
- lightness
- levity
