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Meaning of Buoyed
The primary meaning of the word "buoyed" is to feel or give a feeling of happiness, confidence, or optimism.
Definitions
- To feel or give a feeling of happiness, confidence, or optimism
- To support or sustain someone or something, making them feel more confident or hopeful
- To lift or raise something, especially a person's spirits, by providing encouragement or support
Etymology of Buoyed
The word "buoyed" comes from the noun "buoy", which refers to a floating device that marks a location or provides support, and the verb "buoy", which means to support or sustain something
The word "buoy" originated from the Middle English word "boie", which came from the Old French word "boie", and is related to the Middle Dutch word "boei", all of which referred to a floating device or a chain
The verb "buoy" has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of supporting or sustaining something, and the word "buoyed" has been used since the 17th century to describe the feeling of being supported or uplifted
Example Uses
- The news of the new job offer buoyed her spirits and gave her a sense of hope for the future
- The team was buoyed by their recent win and felt more confident about their chances in the tournament
- The economy was buoyed by the influx of foreign investment and began to show signs of growth