Definition

In a way that shows excitement or happiness, often causing a feeling of light-headedness or dizziness.

Example

She laughed giddily at the funny joke.

Conversation

I can’t believe we won the game!

I know, I was jumping up and down giddily when the final whistle blew.

It was such an amazing moment, right?

Absolutely! I felt giddily excited all night!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Giddily → It is formed from "giddy" (from Old English "giddig", meaning having a whirling sensation or dizzy) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "giddily" means in a manner that is dizzy or lighthearted, often associated with joy or excitement.

Memory Tip

Think of feeling 'dizzy' ('giddy') and acting 'in a manner of' ('-ly') that lightheartedness — that's why giddily means acting in a dizzy or joyful way.

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