Loopy

/ˈluːpi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Silly or crazy; eccentric.

After working a night shift, I felt a bit loopy and couldn't concentrate.

Having loops or being arranged in a loop.

The wire was loopy and tangled, making it hard to use for my project.

Affected by a mild state of confusion; dazed or disoriented.

He was feeling loopy after taking the medication and couldn't remember what he was doing.

The word 'loopy' comes from the word 'loop', indicating a looped or circular shape, and has evolved to describe a silly or eccentric state.

looping around:

Returning to a state or situation, often in a repetitive manner.

in a loop:

Stuck in a repetitive cycle or situation.

loop the loop:

To perform a loop; can refer to a rollercoaster or a figuratively circular situation.

Feeling high or euphoric, often due to substances.

After that party, I was feeling so loopy from the drinks.

Acting oddly or erratically because of nerves or excitement.

He got loopy when he met his crush and couldn't form a coherent sentence.