Giddied: meaning, definitions and examples
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giddied
[ ˈɡɪd.id ]
state of mind
Giddied is a state of feeling excited, lightheaded, or overly enthusiastic. When someone is giddied, they often experience a sense of exhilaration that can lead to uncontrollable laughter or feelings of joy. This state can occur during moments of happiness, success, or unexpected good news. It may also refer to feeling dizzy or unsteady, often due to a sudden rush of emotion. The term is commonly used to describe a joyful or ecstatic mental state.
Synonyms
elated, exhilarated, lightheaded, overjoyed
Examples of usage
- She felt giddied at the surprise party.
- The children were giddied with excitement during the carnival.
- He became giddied after the thrilling news.
- I was giddied by the unexpected compliment.
Translations
Translations of the word "giddied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tonto
🇮🇳 चक्कर
🇩🇪 benommen
🇮🇩 pusing
🇺🇦 запаморочений
🇵🇱 oszołomiony
🇯🇵 目がくらむ
🇫🇷 étourdi
🇪🇸 mareado
🇹🇷 sersemlemiş
🇰🇷 어지러운
🇸🇦 دوار
🇨🇿 omámený
🇸🇰 omámený
🇨🇳 眩晕的
🇸🇮 zmeden
🇮🇸 snúinn
🇰🇿 басы айналған
🇬🇪 დაბნეული
🇦🇿 başgicəllənmə
🇲🇽 mareado
Etymology
The term 'giddy' comes from the Middle English word 'gidde,' which means 'to be staggered or dizzy.' It is believed to have originated from the Old Norse word 'gida,' meaning 'to be dizzy or light-headed.' Over time, the term evolved to encompass a broader emotional context, shifting from its original meaning related to physical sensations to include psychological states of excitement and joy. By the 18th century, 'giddy' began to be used figuratively to describe feelings of euphoria or overwhelming happiness. The adjective 'giddied' represents the past participle form, indicating that someone has been affected by such feelings, capturing both the exhilaration and the potential dizziness that can accompany heightened emotions.