giddiest

[ˈɡɪdi]

giddiest Definition

• 1. having a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall or stagger; dizzy
• 2. extremely happy and excited to the point of disorientation

Using giddiest: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "giddiest" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The giddiest heights of the roller coaster made her scream with excitement.

• Example

  He felt giddy after spinning around in circles.

• Example

  She was giddy with joy when she found out she got the job.

• Example

  The thought of going on vacation made him feel giddy with anticipation.

giddiest Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for giddiest

• dizzy
• lightheaded
• vertiginous
• whirling
• spinning
• faint
• dazed
• delirious
• ecstatic
• elated
• overjoyed
• thrilled
• exhilarated

Antonyms for giddiest

• serious
• depressed
• unhappy
• sober

Phrases with giddiest

• make someone giddy

  to cause someone to feel dizzy or lightheaded

  Example

  The spinning ride at the amusement park made her feel giddy.

• giddy with success

  feeling extremely happy and excited due to a recent accomplishment

  Example

  After winning the championship, the team was giddy with success.

• giddy up

  a command to a horse to start moving or go faster

  Example

  The cowboy said 'giddy up' to his horse and they started galloping.

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Summary: giddiest in Brief

The term 'giddiest' [ˈɡɪdi] refers to a sensation of whirling and a tendency to fall or stagger, often caused by dizziness. It can also denote extreme happiness and excitement, as in 'She was giddy with joy when she found out she got the job.' 'Giddiest' extends into phrases like 'make someone giddy,' and 'giddy up,' which is a command to a horse to start moving or go faster.