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giddily

/ˈɡɪd.ɪ.li/
gid · di · ly
Adjective:giddy
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giddily Lexical Profile

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• adverb

1

In an excited, frivolous, or elated manner.

Example

"The children laughed giddily as they opened their presents on their birthday morning."

2

In a manner that causes or reflects dizziness, vertigo, or unsteadiness.

Example

"After stepping off the spinning carnival ride, he swayed giddily before regaining his balance."

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• Nearby Words

giblet
giblets
gibson
giddily
giddiness
giddy
giddyap

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective "giddy" plus the adverbial suffix "-ly." The root "giddy" traces back to the Old English word "gidig," meaning insane or possessed by a spirit, derived from the Proto-Germanic root for "god."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Giddily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/giddily
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