gonzo
1 antonym for gonzo — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Describing a highly subjective, exaggerated style of journalism where the reporter becomes part of the story.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Describing a highly subjective, exaggerated style of journalism where the reporter becomes part of the story.
“Hunter S. Thompson pioneered gonzo journalism in the 1970s.”
2. adj
Wild, bizarre, or over-the-top.
“The film had a gonzo energy that critics either loved or hated.”
Opposites
Antonyms
How to use gonzo
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gonzo journalism
go gonzo
Etymology
Coined in 1971 by Boston Globe editor Bill Cardoso, possibly influenced by Italian gonzo ("fool") or Spanish ganso ("goose, fool").
Full origin of gonzo →Frequently asked questions
What does “gonzo” mean?
The word “gonzo” means describing a highly subjective, exaggerated style of journalism where the reporter becomes part of the story. In plain terms, a style of reporting (or a personality) that is chaotic, immersive, and unapologetically subjective.
How do you pronounce “gonzo”?
“Gonzo” is pronounced GON-zoh (/ˈɡɑnzoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “gonzo” in a sentence?
Here is “gonzo” used in a sentence: “Hunter S. Thompson pioneered gonzo journalism in the 1970s.”
What part of speech is “gonzo”?
Depending on how it is used, “gonzo” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “gonzo” come from?
The word “gonzo” dates back to around 1971 and comes from Italian. Coined in 1971 by Boston Globe editor Bill Cardoso, possibly influenced by Italian gonzo ("fool") or Spanish ganso ("goose, fool").
How many meanings does “gonzo” have?
“Gonzo” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: describing a highly subjective, exaggerated style of journalism where the reporter becomes part of the story.
