Grooviest: meaning, definitions and examples

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grooviest

 

[ หˆษกruหviษ™st ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

slang expression

The term 'grooviest' is a superlative form of 'groovy,' which is often used to describe something stylish, cool, or excellent, particularly in the context of music and pop culture. It originated in the 1960s and was associated with the counterculture and musical movements of that era. This word captures a sense of enjoyment and positivity, often related to the vibe of a specific experience or aesthetic. One might use 'grooviest' to emphasize the exceptional nature of a person, event, or object that embodies fun and trendiness.

Synonyms

coolest, fantastic, most excellent, radical

Examples of usage

  • That was the grooviest party I have ever attended.
  • She has the grooviest style on campus.
  • This song is the grooviest track I've heard in years.

Translations

Translations of the word "grooviest" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais legal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฌเคธเฅ‡ เค…เคšเฅเค›เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช am coolsten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ paling keren

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะนะบั€ัƒั‚ั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ najfajniejszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœ€ใ‚‚ใ‚ฐใƒซใƒผใƒ“ใƒผใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท le plus groovy

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ el mรกs groovy

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท en havalฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์žฅ ๋ฉ‹์ง„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃูƒุซุฑ ุฑูˆุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nejvรญc cool

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ najviac cool

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ€้…ท็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ najbolj kul

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kaldasta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตาฃ ะบะตั€ะตะผะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒ–แƒ” แƒ›แƒแƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™n havalฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ el mรกs genial

Etymology

The word 'groovy' emerged in the 1960s, with its roots in jazz culture where it was used to denote a pleasing rhythm. It was a slang term that embodied the ethos of the time, connecting with themes of music, freedom, and counterculture. As the decade progressed, 'groovy' became a part of everyday vernacular in the United States, especially among the youth. The addition of the superlative suffix '-est' transformed 'groovy' into 'grooviest,' allowing speakers to convey a heightened sense of style or excellence. This evolution reflected the culture of the time, where language was influenced by artistic expression and social movements. By the 1970s, 'groovy' (and its superlative 'grooviest') had solidified its place in pop culture, often associated with the psychedelic music scene and the overall vibe of the era. Even today, the term is used nostalgically or ironically to evoke the spirit of the 60s and 70s.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,226, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.