heady
6 synonyms for heady, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Strongly affecting the senses or mind, as with a powerful drink or an exciting situation.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use heady
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
heady mixture
heady days
heady scent
Etymology
From Middle English hedi, formed from head plus the adjective suffix -y, originally meaning something that "goes to your head."
Full origin of heady →Frequently asked questions
What does “heady” mean?
The word “heady” means strongly affecting the senses or mind, as with a powerful drink or an exciting situation. In plain terms, intoxicating or exhilarating enough to affect your judgment, like strong drink or heady excitement.
How do you pronounce “heady”?
“Heady” is pronounced HEH-dee (/ˈhɛdi/ in IPA).
How do you use “heady” in a sentence?
Here is “heady” used in a sentence: “The heady scent of jasmine filled the garden at dusk.”
What part of speech is “heady”?
“Heady” is an adjective.
Where does the word “heady” come from?
The word “heady” comes from Middle English. From Middle English hedi, formed from head plus the adjective suffix -y, originally meaning something that "goes to your head.".
How many meanings does “heady” have?
“Heady” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: strongly affecting the senses or mind, as with a powerful drink or an exciting situation.
