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The Quick Answer

As well as being part of the stage name of Lady Gaga, "gaga" means infatuated and silly or crazy.

Lady Gaga

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In popular culture, "gaga" is synonymous with Lady Gaga, an influential American pop music artist known for her distinctive music and fashion, whose real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta. The stage name was inspired by the Queen song "Radio Ga Ga." According to Gaga, her music producer, Rob Fusari, would call her "Gaga" after the Queen song because of her theatrical performance style, which reminded him of Freddie Mercury. Over time, "Lady" was added to give the name a more distinct flair, and thus "Lady Gaga" became her stage persona.

Infatuated

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The term "gaga" is commonly used to describe a state of excitement or enthusiasm about something, often to an excessive degree. People might say they are "gaga" over a romantic interest, new book, celebrity, or trend, indicating a strong admiration or obsession. It conveys an emotional investment that goes beyond normal interest, showing deep affection or infatuation. For example:

  • Jo is totally gaga about Sam.
  • The Army are gaga about BTS.

Silly or Crazy

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Historically, "gaga" referred to someone behaving in a senile, silly or crazy manner, suggesting a loss of touch with reality. This usage implies a diminished capacity for serious thought, often due to old age, naivety, or insanity. It portrays an individual as disconnected or foolish, unable to engage meaningfully with their surroundings or current events. For example:

  • Lee: Both candidates for the presidency are completely gaga!
  • Chris: That's okay. Most of the electorate are gaga too!

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The definition of Gaga depends on the context.

Summary of Key Points for the First Definition

"Lady Gaga" is, by far, the most common meaning for Gaga when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)
Gaga
Definition:Lady Gaga
Type:Word
Guessability:guessability level 2

2: Quite easy to guess

Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Summary of Key Points for the Second Definition

"Infatuated" is another common definition for Gaga.
Gaga
Definition:Infatuated
Type:Word
Guessability:guessability level 2

2: Quite easy to guess

Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Summary of Key Points for the Third Definition

Gaga also means "Silly."
Gaga
Definition:Silly
Type:Word
Guessability:guessability level 2

2: Quite easy to guess

Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

An Academic Look at Gaga

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When used to mean infatuated or silly, "gaga" is an adjective. It describes a state or condition, such as being excessively enthusiastic, infatuated, or foolish. As an adjective, it is used to modify nouns and usually expresses the intensity of feeling or interest someone has toward something, or it can depict a lack of seriousness or mental clarity in someone.

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