Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rebound
verb
/ˈriːbaʊnd/
Definition
To spring back or bounce back after hitting a surface or being pressed down.
Examples
- The basketball rebounded off the rim and landed in his hands.
- After the tough exam, she managed to rebound and study harder for the next one.
- The economy is expected to rebound after a period of recession.
Meaning
Rebound refers to the act of something bouncing back after striking a surface or being diminished in some way. It can also mean recovering from a setback or difficult situation.
Synonyms
- bounce back
- recover
- spring back
- get back
- recoil
