adj

jiggy

JIH-gee

Jiggy (adj) means Excited, fidgety, or full of restless energy. Example: “The kids got jiggy waiting for the concert to start.”

adj

Excited, fidgety, or full of restless energy.

"The kids got jiggy waiting for the concert to start."

Stylish, impressive, or cool (informal slang).

"He showed up in a jiggy new outfit for the party."

How to use jiggy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSlang for either restless/fidgety energy or being stylish and impressive, depending on context.

When to use it

Informal slang, popularized by 1990s pop culture ("Gettin' Jiggy wit It").

Word forms

more jiggy comparative, jiggier comparative, most jiggy superlative, jiggiest superlative

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Rhymes for jiggy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “jiggy” mean?

The word “jiggy” means excited, fidgety, or full of restless energy. In plain terms, slang for either restless/fidgety energy or being stylish and impressive, depending on context.

How do you pronounce “jiggy”?

“Jiggy” is pronounced JIH-gee (/ˈd͡ʒɪɡi/ in IPA).

How do you use “jiggy” in a sentence?

Here is “jiggy” used in a sentence: “The kids got jiggy waiting for the concert to start.”

What part of speech is “jiggy”?

“Jiggy” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “jiggy” have?

“Jiggy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: excited, fidgety, or full of restless energy.