gad
2 synonyms for gad, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Interjection — An old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, similar to "goodness!" or "by God!"
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
gallivant
jazz around
Synonyms by Meaning
1. interjection
An old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, similar to "goodness!" or "by God!"
“"Gad, that was close!" he exclaimed.”
gallivant
jazz around
2. verb
To wander from place to place, seeking amusement, often carelessly or aimlessly.
“She spent the summer gadding about Europe.”
How to use gad
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
gad about
gadding around
Both the interjection and the verb sound old-fashioned in modern English.
Etymology
The interjection is a euphemistic alteration of "God," used to avoid swearing directly.
Full origin of gad →Frequently asked questions
What does “gad” mean?
The word “gad” means an old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, similar to "goodness!" or "by God!". In plain terms, usually seen today in the phrase "gad about," meaning to travel around casually for fun.
How do you pronounce “gad”?
“Gad” is pronounced gad (/ɡæd/ in IPA).
How do you use “gad” in a sentence?
Here is “gad” used in a sentence: “"Gad, that was close!" he exclaimed.”
What part of speech is “gad”?
Depending on how it is used, “gad” can be an interjection and a verb.
How many meanings does “gad” have?
“Gad” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, similar to "goodness!" or "by God!".
Related words
Baal-gad
