adjective
giddy
GID-ee/ˈɡɪdi/
Feeling dizzy and unsteady.
The giddy man steadies himself on a chair after twirling.
Etymology
Old English gydig described madness or foolishness. The meaning later shifted toward elation and a confused, swimming sensation, connecting today’s silly excitement with physical lightheadedness.
In context
i was giddy literally giddy he was he was like just so happy
More examples
- The spinning ride leaves me giddy and struggling to walk straight.
- She feels giddier each time she bends down.
- If you feel giddy, sit down until the dizziness passes.
Forms
giddy · giddier · giddiest
giddiness noun — A feeling of dizziness and unsteadiness.
Similar words
- dizzy
- The more usual American word for this physical sensation.
- lightheaded
- Emphasizes feeling faint rather than sensing spinning or movement.
- unsteady
- Describes difficulty keeping balance, without necessarily feeling dizzy.