groovy

American  

[groo-vee] / ˈgru vi /

adjective

groovier, grooviest

1. Slang. highly stimulating or attractive; excellent.

   groovy music; a groovy car.

2. inclined to follow a fixed routine.

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groovy British  

/ ˈɡruːvɪ /

adjective

1. slang attractive, fashionable, or exciting

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Etymology

Origin of groovy

First recorded in 1850–55; groove + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Aside from a brief teaser promising “something groovy,” little is known regarding what the movie is about.

From Los Angeles Times

Their global audience grew rapidly following a groovy, playful Tiny Desk concert for NPR in October 2024; the video has pulled in more than 45 million views.

From The Wall Street Journal

What was once the “bee’s knees” would later become “groovy” which changed to “fire.”

From Los Angeles Times

The home, in all its “Brady Bunch” glory, has become “even more groovy with more remarkable vintage decor added,” Martino added in her announcement.

From Los Angeles Times

“If somebody had said you’re going to be the curator for an amazing phenomenal artist, I would have said groovy — who?”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• fabulous
• far-out
• neat
• nifty