buoyed
Pronunciación: [bɔɪd]
Palabra
Contexto: «emotion»
(verb) to feel happier or more positive, especially after something good happens. It’s like when good news lifts your spirits and makes you feel lighter inside.
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She felt buoyed by the kind words from her teacher.
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He wasn't buoyed by the news; it made him feel even more down.
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What can buoy you up when you’re feeling sad?
Contexto: «physical support»
(verb) to help keep something floating in water. Just like how a life jacket keeps you on the surface of the water.
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The boat was buoyed by the waves, staying afloat even during the storm.
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The heavy weight caused the raft not to be buoyed properly and it sank.
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How can we make sure our raft is buoyed enough to hold everyone?
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