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Meaning of dizzy
The primary meaning of the word "dizzy" is feeling lightheaded or disoriented, often accompanied by a spinning or whirling sensation.
Etymology of dizzy
The word "dizzy" has its roots in Old English "dysig", which is related to "dysian", meaning to be foolish or stupid
The word's meaning has evolved over time to include the modern connotations of lightheadedness and disorientation
The word has been used in English since the 14th century, with its modern usage becoming more prevalent in the 17th and 18th centuries
Synonyms
lightheaded
faint
giddy
woozy
disoriented
unsteady
unstable
dizzying
vertiginous
spinning
twirling
whirling
reeling
staggering
stumbling
befuddled
bewildered
confused
perplexed
addled
muddled
fuddled
bemused
bemazed
stunned
shocked
dazed
groggy
hazy
foggy
cloudy
muzzy
fogy
weak
fragile
delicate
sensitive
Definitions
- Feeling lightheaded or disoriented, often accompanied by a spinning or whirling sensation
- Causing or feeling a sensation of spinning or whirling
- Feeling confused or disoriented, often due to a lack of clarity or understanding
Usage Examples
- The ride was so dizzying that I stumbled off when it stopped
- She felt dizzy after standing up too quickly
- The dizzying array of options made it hard to choose