bounce off the walls verb2 •To be overly active relative to the enclosed space in which one is. •(figurative) To be brimful of agitation from excitement, indignation, or anxiety.Acme Inc was our best customer, but they're hopping mad now. They're bouncing off the walls over there.These kids need to get outside for recess. They're bouncing off the walls in here. formsbounced off the walls · bouncing off the walls · bounces off the walls