Definitions

buoyed

[boo-eed, boid] / ˈbu id, bɔɪd /

VERB

make light, encourage

Synonyms

WEAK

bolster boost buck up cheer cheer up encourage hearten keep afloat lift prop raise support sustain uphold

Antonyms

WEAK

bring down depress

Example Sentences

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Nvidia shares were buoyed Wednesday by optimism that chief executive Jensen Huang’s last-minute inclusion in the U.S trade delegation to Beijing could indicate an important announcement in the offing.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

On Friday, the department said the economy added 115,000 jobs, buoyed by gains in industries including retail, transportation and warehousing and healthcare.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Many software names have rebounded, too, buoyed by a market that recognizes OpenAI and Anthropic won’t destroy demand for all of their products.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Artificial intelligence and oil exports have buoyed shares from South Korea to Brazil.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

I hiked with enthusiasm and vigor, buoyed by fresh air and splendor.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson