Trippy: meaning, definitions and examples
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trippy
[ ˈtrɪpi ]
experience
Having a psychedelic or hallucinatory effect; causing unusual sensations or perceptions.
Synonyms
hallucinatory, mind-bending, psychedelic.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| trippy |
Used to describe something that is surreal, strange, and often colorful, typically reminiscent of the effects of hallucinogenic drugs. Common in casual conversation and pop culture.
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| psychedelic |
Describes art, music, or experiences that evoke the effects of hallucinogenic drugs, often involving vivid colors and surreal imagery. Also used in cultural or historical discussions about the 1960s and 1970s.
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| hallucinatory |
Formal term used to describe experiences or visuals that seem like hallucinations, often used in medical or psychological contexts.
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| mind-bending |
Used when describing experiences or concepts that are extremely confusing, surprising, or challenging to comprehend. Often used for movies, books, or philosophical ideas.
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Examples of usage
- It was a trippy experience walking through the art installation.
- The movie's special effects created a trippy visual spectacle.
- The music at the concert was so trippy, it felt like a journey through space.
Translations
Translations of the word "trippy" in other languages:
🇵🇹 alucinante
🇮🇳 भ्रमित करने वाला
🇩🇪 abgefahren
🇮🇩 menakjubkan
🇺🇦 галюциногенний
🇵🇱 odjazdowy
🇯🇵 トリッピー
🇫🇷 hallucinant
🇪🇸 alucinante
🇹🇷 halüsinatif
🇰🇷 환각적인
🇸🇦 مذهل
🇨🇿 šílený
🇸🇰 bláznivý
🇨🇳 奇幻的
🇸🇮 halucinogen
🇮🇸 ruglingslegt
🇰🇿 галлюциногенді
🇬🇪 გიჟური
🇦🇿 hallusinogen
🇲🇽 alucinante
Etymology
The word 'trippy' originated in the 1960s as slang associated with the psychedelic drug culture. It is derived from the word 'trip', which was commonly used to describe the experience of being under the influence of hallucinogenic substances. Over time, 'trippy' has evolved to describe anything that induces a surreal or mind-altering experience.