giddy
Say it: GID-ee /ˈɡɪdi/ · adjective
What “giddy” means
So excited and happy that you feel lightheaded or silly.
More precisely: Excitedly happy and lighthearted; also, dizzy.
Example: “They were giddy with excitement the night before the holiday.”
When to use it
Use it for bubbly excitement that makes someone giggle or act silly. It is warm and common in everyday conversation.
It can also mean
It can also mean dizzy, as if you might lose your balance.
Similar words
lightheaded, euphoric, excited
Quick check
Your favourite cousin arrives unexpectedly, and you cannot stop giggling and bouncing around with excitement. How do you feel?
serene or giddy?
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giddy
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