Having the ability to absorb energy when deformed.
Having the ability to recover from mental illness, trauma, etc.; having resilience.
Returning quickly to original shape after force is applied; elastic.
Returning quickly to normal after damaging events or conditions.
Having the characteristics of a sponge, namely being absorbent, squishy or porous.
Drunk.
Wet; drenched; soaked and soft, like sponge; rainy.