goofy

goof-y · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    (informal) Silly, ridiculous, or mildly eccentric in an endearing way.

  2. 2.

    (skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding) Riding with the right foot forward.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    goofy grin — A silly, broad smile
  • •
    goofy-footed — Riding with right foot forward (sports)
  • •
    act goofy — To behave in a silly manner

Related words

Antonyms: dignified, sensible, serious
See also: foolish, goof, silly, wacky
Synonyms: dopey, foolish, silly, wacky, zany

Etymology

From goof + -y. The word "goof" emerged in early 20th-century American slang, possibly from dialectal English goff ("fool"). The skateboarding sense may derive from the Disney character Goofy, who was depicted riding with his right foot forward.