Boogeying — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈbu̇-gē/ boo·gie

Meaning & Definition of Boogeying

Boogeying (verb)

  1. to dance to rock music; also, revel, party
  2. to move quickly
  3. to get going

Boogeying (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in shuffling, jiving

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Boogeying

The most common words with a similar meaning to Boogeying:

Word Forms of Boogeying

Inflections: boogied, boogeyed, boogying

Origin & Etymology of Boogeying

First known use: 1929

Frequently Asked Questions about Boogeying

What does "Boogeying" mean?

"Boogeying" means to dance to rock music; also, revel, party. As a verb, it is defined as: to dance to rock music; also, revel, party.

What is another word for "Boogeying"?

Other words for "Boogeying" include bopping, fox-trotting, gavotting, jigging, jitterbugging, jiving, mamboing and polkaing. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Boogeying" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Boogeying"?

There are 23 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Boogeying". Common alternatives include bopping, fox-trotting, gavotting, jigging, jitterbugging, jiving, mamboing, polkaing, shagging and shimmying.

Is "Boogeying" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Boogeying" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Boogeying"?

"Boogeying" is pronounced /ˈbu̇-gē/ and divided into syllables as boo·gie.

What is the origin of the word "Boogeying"?

First known use: 1929.

What is another word for "Boogeying" meaning "as in shuffling, jiving"?

When "Boogeying" (verb) means as in shuffling, jiving, synonyms include bopping, fox-trotting, gavotting, jigging, jitterbugging and jiving.

What are the forms of "Boogeying"?

The word forms of "Boogeying" include boogied, boogeyed and boogying.