Synonyms for

Bounding

Verb / ˈbaʊndɪŋ / Another word for bounding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Moving quickly with large strides or jumps.

Synonyms & similar words

restrain rebound throttle bound reverberate confine resile leap trammel restrict jump spring limit bounce recoil ricochet border takeahop leaping jumping hopping vaulting springing galloping racing sprinting dashing scampering skipping flitting frolicking prancing capering bouncing bobbing jerking jouncing jolting

Example sentences

  1. The rabbit was bounding through the garden.
  2. The dog was bounding after the ball.
  3. The horse was bounding over the fence.
  4. The kangaroo was bounding across the outback.
  5. The athlete was bounding towards the finish line.

Quotes

  • The bounding main, the ocean wild and wide.
  • The bounding steed, with nostrils flaring wide.
  • The bounding ball, the sound of children's glee.

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