hippie
3 synonyms for hippie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person, especially from the 1960s counterculture, who rejected mainstream values in favour of peace, communal living, and free self-expression.
Synonyms
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.
hippy
flower child
How to use hippie
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hippie movement
hippie commune
hippie style
Etymology
A 1953 variant of "hipster."
Full origin of hippie →Frequently asked questions
What does “hippie” mean?
The word “hippie” means a person, especially from the 1960s counterculture, who rejected mainstream values in favour of peace, communal living, and free self-expression. In plain terms, someone associated with the peace-and-love counterculture movement, or its relaxed, non-conformist style.
How do you pronounce “hippie”?
“Hippie” is pronounced HIH-pee (/ˈhɪpi/ in IPA).
How do you use “hippie” in a sentence?
Here is “hippie” used in a sentence: “Her parents were hippies who lived on a commune in the seventies.”
What part of speech is “hippie”?
Depending on how it is used, “hippie” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “hippie” come from?
The word “hippie” dates back to around 1953. A 1953 variant of "hipster.".
Is “hippie” a common word?
“Hippie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “hippie” have?
“Hippie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person, especially from the 1960s counterculture, who rejected mainstream values in favour of peace, communal living, and free self-expression.
