Groovy: The 1960s Word That Still Feels Good
Summary: From jazz groove to counterculture catchword meaning excellent or pleasurable.
In this post:
- What “groovy” means and where it came from
- How people used it in the 1960s
- Modern equivalents and pop-culture examples
- Related slang to explore next
What does “groovy” mean?
“Groovy” grew out of musical grooves; by the ’60s it meant pleasing, cool, or in‑tune with the vibe.
How it was used in the 1960s
“That riff is groovy,” or “Groovy scene tonight at the club.”
Modern equivalents
• cool
• excellent
• vibes