Gaga — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈgä-(ˌ)gä/ ga·ga

Meaning & Definition of Gaga

Gaga (adjective)

  1. marked by extreme enthusiasm, infatuated —often used with go
  2. marked by thought or action that lacks good sense or judgment, foolish

Gaga (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. showing urgent desire or interest

    "We're gaga for that new show and have binge-watched every episode."

  2. showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment

    "Friends thought he was totally gaga for buying a dilapidated cabin in the woods."

Related Entry: Gaga (over) (adjective)

Gaga (over) is a different word from Gaga. The synonyms below are for gaga (over), not for gaga.

  1. filled with an intense or excessive love for

    "lately Jack and his friends have been gaga over extreme skiing"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gaga

The most common words with a similar meaning to Gaga:

Slang: geeked, stoked, fruity
Informal: bonkers, lunatic
Chiefly British: barmy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Gaga

Words with the opposite meaning of Gaga:

Near Antonyms of Gaga

Origin & Etymology of Gaga

borrowed from French, derivative of gaga "fool," of imitative origin

First known use: 1910

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaga

What does "Gaga" mean?

"Gaga" means marked by extreme enthusiasm, infatuated —often used with go. As an adjective, it is defined as: marked by extreme enthusiasm, infatuated —often used with go. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Gaga"?

Other words for "Gaga" include agog, antsy, anxious, ardent, athirst, avid, bonkers and crazy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gaga" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Gaga"?

There are 166 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gaga". Common alternatives include agog, antsy, anxious, ardent, athirst, avid, bonkers, crazy, desirous and eager.

What is a slang word for "Gaga"?

Slang words for "Gaga" include geeked, stoked and fruity.

What is the opposite of "Gaga"?

Antonyms of "Gaga" include apathetic, indifferent, uneager, unenthusiastic, judicious, prudent, sagacious and sage. Near antonyms include casual, incurious, insouciant and nonchalant.

How do you use "Gaga" in a sentence?

Examples of "Gaga" in a sentence: "We're gaga for that new show and have binge-watched every episode."; "Friends thought he was totally gaga for buying a dilapidated cabin in the woods.".

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

"Gaga" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Gaga"?

"Gaga" is pronounced /ˈgä-(ˌ)gä/ and divided into syllables as ga·ga.