DictionarydoodahAgitated state
noun

doodah

A state of flustered excitement.

She gets into a doodah whenever plans change at the last minute.

Etymology

Doodah, meaning excitement or agitation, comes from the repeated nonsense refrain of the song Camptown Races.

More examples

  • The surprise announcement sends everyone into a doodah.
  • He's in a doodah over meeting his favorite singer.
  • Don't get into a doodah; we still have time.

Forms

doodah · doodahs

Similar words

tizzy
Emphasizes nervous agitation, often over a relatively small problem.
fuss
Emphasizes outward commotion or worry rather than inner agitation.