psyched
Americanadjective
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happily excited; elated.
I’m really psyched that she invited me for her birthday, but I have no idea what to get her.
Wow, you got the part—I’m so psyched for you!
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in a state of eager anticipation; looking forward to something.
Fans of the video game are pretty psyched for the new release, due in two weeks.
It was perfect weather and we were psyched to do some great sightseeing.
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mentally prepared, especially for something challenging, so as to be in the right frame of mind to do one’s best.
Are you getting psyched to do your taxes?
verb
Etymology
Origin of psyched
First recorded in 1955–60, for an earlier sense; psych 1 ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. ) for the adjective senses; psych 1 ( def. ) + -ed 1 ( def. ) for the verb sense
Example Sentences
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Netflix is so psyched about generative software that it’s spent the year acquiring an A.I. production studio, launching a different studio for A.I.-animated shorts, and re-creating Gene Wilder’s voice for a Willy Wonka–themed game show.
From Slate ● Jul. 2, 2026
He told the BBC he had "psyched himself" up for his cardiology appointment and that he was upset and angry at the cancellation.
From BBC ● Apr. 7, 2026
The SNL actor said his hosts were "psyched" he wore a kilt and he "had the best dinner ever".
From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2025
“We’re psyched for five more years with our fans.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2025
On the other hand, he was also definitely all psyched up to see me play.
From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick
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