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gaga

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈɡɑˌɡə// UK //ɡˈɑːɡɐ// gaga Informal

adj. feeling very excited or crazy about someone or something because you like them so much. You use this when you are acting a bit silly because of your feelings.

adj. characterised by extreme enthusiasm, infatuation, or a loss of mental focus. Often follows a linking verb and takes the preposition 'over' or 'about'.


SIMPLE

The fans went gaga when the singer walked onto the stage.

CONTEXTUAL

Ever since they met at the conference, he has been completely gaga over her.

COMPLEX

While the public went gaga for the new technology, industry experts remained skeptical about its long-term viability and security implications.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from French gaga.

Usage

Typically follows a linking verb like 'be' or 'go'; often pairs with the preposition 'over'.

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