adjective

Zooey

ZOH-ee

Zooey (adjective) means resembling a zoo, or crowded and chaotic like one. Example: “The airport on the morning of the holiday was absolutely zooey.”

adjective

Resembling a zoo, or crowded and chaotic like one.

"The airport on the morning of the holiday was absolutely zooey."

How to use Zooey

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes a place that feels packed and disorderly, the way a zoo can feel on a busy day.

Common mistake

Don't confuse this informal adjective with the given name Zooey, a variant spelling of Zoe.

Word forms

zooier comparative, zooiest superlative

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Etymology

Formed from "zoo" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-ey."

Rhymes for Zooey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Zooey” mean?

The word “Zooey” means resembling a zoo, or crowded and chaotic like one. In plain terms, describes a place that feels packed and disorderly, the way a zoo can feel on a busy day.

How do you pronounce “Zooey”?

“Zooey” is pronounced ZOH-ee (/ˈzoʊ.i/ in IPA).

How do you use “Zooey” in a sentence?

Here is “Zooey” used in a sentence: “The airport on the morning of the holiday was absolutely zooey.”

What part of speech is “Zooey”?

“Zooey” is an adjective.

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