Synonyms for

Giddy

Verb / ˈgɪdi: / Another word for giddy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall or stagger; dizzy.

Synonyms & similar words

silly dizzy lightheaded emptyheaded woozy featherbrained vertiginous airheaded dizzy lightheaded faint unsteady woozy dazed confused disoriented vertiginous spinning whirling swimming tipsy intoxicated drunk elated ecstatic euphoric overjoyed gleeful

Synonyms by register

Formal

exhilarated elated euphoric overjoyed

Informal

dizzy woozy lightheaded thrilled pumped

Literary

effervescent buoyant blithe

Antonyms

calm serious sober steady grounded level-headed composed

Common collocations

  • giddy with excitement
  • giddy anticipation
  • giddy laughter
  • giddy heights
  • giddy spell
  • giddy feeling
  • giddy and excited

Word family

adjective giddy
adverb giddily

Usage note

Giddy often describes a feeling of lightheadedness, either literal or figurative, due to excitement or joy. It can also refer to actual dizziness.

Example sentences

  1. I felt giddy after spinning around in circles.
  2. The roller coaster made me feel a little giddy.
  3. She got giddy after drinking too much soda.
  4. He felt giddy when he stood up too quickly.
  5. The dizzying heights made me feel giddy.

Quotes

  • I'm giddy with anticipation.
  • I get giddy when I'm nervous.
  • The sudden news made me feel giddy.

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