Synonyms for

Boogie

Verb / ˈbu:gi: / / ˈbʊgi: / Another word for boogie — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a style of dance music that originated among African Americans in the 1970s, characterized by a strong, persistent beat and simple melodies

Synonyms & similar words

boogiewoogie swing jive rock shuffle wiggle hop jump bounce move shake rhythm groove beat cadence melody tune song music jam sound

Synonyms by register

Formal

dance sway jig

Informal

groove shimmy shake rock bop

Literary

capriole gambol

Antonyms

stand still remain halt cease stop freeze

Common collocations

  • boogie down
  • boogie woogie
  • boogie all night
  • boogie on down
  • boogie shoes
  • boogie man

Word family

noun boogie
verb boogie

Usage note

Primarily used in informal contexts to describe dancing, especially to popular music. 'Boogie' can also refer to a type of blues piano music.

Example sentences

  1. I love to boogie to the beat of the music.
  2. Let's put on some boogie music and dance!
  3. The boogie is a fun dance to do with friends.
  4. She boogied her way across the dance floor.
  5. He has a great sense of rhythm and can boogie with the best of them.

Quotes

  • "I never learned to dance. I was too busy trying to save the world." - Boogie Nights
  • "I like to boogie to some, but I'm not a big fan of country music." - Reba McEntire
  • "I like to boogie, I like to have fun, I like to laugh, I like to make people laugh." - Dolly Parton

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