Gadzookery

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ɡædˈzuːkəri/

Definitions of gadzookery

noun a whimsical or humorous expression or gesture

Example Sentences

A1 I don't understand all this gadzookery in the instruction manual.

A2 The old wizard's spellbook was filled with strange symbols and gadzookery.

B1 The professor's lecture on quantum physics was full of gadzookery that went over my head.

B2 The artist's abstract painting was a masterpiece of colorful gadzookery.

C1 The author's novel was criticized for its excessive use of gadzookery and convoluted plot.

C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research was initially dismissed as mere gadzookery by his peers.

Examples of gadzookery in a Sentence

formal The use of gadzookery in his speech added a touch of eloquence.

informal Her gadzookery in storytelling always keeps us entertained.

slang I can't believe the level of gadzookery in that movie, it was so over-the-top.

figurative The artist's gadzookery with colors created a vibrant and lively painting.

Grammatical Forms of gadzookery

past tense

gadzooked

plural

gadzookeries

comparative

more gadzookery

superlative

most gadzookery

present tense

gadzook

future tense

will gadzook

perfect tense

have gadzooked

continuous tense

is gadzooking

singular

gadzookery

positive degree

gadzookery

infinitive

to gadzook

gerund

gadzooking

participle

gadzooked

Origin and Evolution of gadzookery

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'gadzookery' is believed to have originated in England as a playful and humorous term.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to express surprise or mild annoyance, 'gadzookery' has evolved to refer to exaggerated or theatrical behavior.