groovy

adjective

ˈgrü-vē How to pronounce groovy (audio)
Definition of groovynext
1
as in wonderful
of the very best kind a great movie with groovy special effects

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2
as in hip
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment old college buddies fondly recalling the days when bell-bottom jeans were about the grooviest thing around

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Recent Examples of groovy Thomas shined as both a vocalist and an instrumentalist, pairing his terrific vocal performance with a groovy guitar solo. — Kyle Denis, Billboard, 7 Feb. 2025 The decision to limit the groovy Thundercat riff that opens this to a skit is a crazy flex, and the lyrics that follow only up the chutzpah. — Stephen Kearse, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025 Quite the groovy decade of hosting and socializing with major flair, the 1970s were full of funky foods that became synonymous with the buffet tables laid out at every party. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 Jan. 2025 The couple doubled down on Nashville, renovating The Dive Motel, a groovy 1970s spot on the Old Buffalo Trail where Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash used to stay. — Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for groovy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for groovy
  1. wonderful
  2. hip
  3. lovely
  4. downtown
  5. awesome
  6. stylish
  7. excellent
  8. now
Adjective
  • Flores was a wonderful mother and grandmother, Love said.
    — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Mar. 2025
  • His leadership by example, his accomplishments on the field, his love of family, his service to our community and his dedication to excellence all herald his standing as a remarkable athlete and wonderful human being.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • It was seen as the hipper, edgier alternative to entrenched establishment clubs like Annabel’s and White’s.
    — Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Mar. 2024
  • These looks feel decidedly cooler and hipper than your standard suit, which can often read too buttoned-up or formal for a more casual outing.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2023
Definition of hip
Adjective
  • Sun and Moon looked lovely, had a wild story focused on alternate worlds and family drama, and some of the coolest Pokémon ever introduced in the series.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Mary then hosted a lovely tea for all of us, which was equally impressive.
    — Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • Brian Hopkins, 2nd, whose ward includes Streeterville, responded by calling (not for the first time) for moving the existing 10 p.m. curfew for minors who are downtown without an accompanying adult back to 8 p.m.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
  • This spurred collectors to acquire some organs from movie theaters that were being closed or sold as people shifted from watching movies downtown to watching TV at home in the suburbs.
    — Heather Kathryn Ross, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Feb. 2025
Definition of downtown
Adjective
  • Lioness season two, Taylor’s awesome in the episodes.
    — Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Getting an awesome birthday present for Mom never seemed so easy.
    — Edin Deljkic, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of awesome
Adjective
  • These pants remind us so much of Scandinavian style — relaxed, stylish, and elevated.
    — Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 9 Mar. 2025
  • If your spring involves attending the neighborhood Easter egg hunt or casual outings to the local flower shop, this short-sleeve sweater is a comfortable yet stylish option.
    — Michelle Rostamian, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of stylish
Adjective
  • Santa Monica is also an excellent place for low-key, delicious eating, and Rustic Canyon delivers hyper-seasonal California cuisine emblematic of the town’s forward-thinking spirit.
    — Visit California, AFAR Media, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Additionally, having read about the extensive fabric testing conducted by Article to ensure abrasion resistance (150% more testing than industry standard!), I was reassured that this would be an excellent investment piece for our home.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • During Trump's presidential campaign, Iranian hackers sent unsolicited information stolen from the now President-elect's campaign to people affiliated with President 's campaign over the summer, according to the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and the .
    — Monica Sager, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Billy Ray adopted Trace in 1993 after marrying his now ex-wife Tish Cyrus.
    — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 23 Jan. 2025
Definition of now

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“Groovy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groovy. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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