hopped-up

adjective

ˈhäpt-ˈəp How to pronounce hopped-up (audio)
Definition of hopped-upnext
1
as in loaded
being under the influence of a recreational drug killed in an attempted robbery by some hopped-up hoodlum

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2
as in enthusiastic
showing urgent desire or interest the parents get almost as hopped-up about Christmas as the kids

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hopped-up
  1. loaded
  2. enthusiastic
  3. hooked
  4. avid
  5. high
  6. excited
  7. addicted
  8. eager
Adjective
  • Those events combined loaded walking with team activities and physical tasks.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Officers next detained the four, and police said at that point one of the officers found a loaded handgun in the waistband of one of them.
    — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 20 July 2026
Definition of loaded
Adjective
  • Allen was enthusiastic about contributing on special teams when asked about it earlier in the week.
    — Jesse Newell, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • However, there is such a thing as being overly enthusiastic, so check yourself if need be.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of enthusiastic
Adjective
  • The word likely referred to the way grapes grow in hooked, clustered bunches.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
  • Amelie Claydon put together a guide for new fans who are looking to stay hooked.
    — Matt Piper, New York Times, 26 July 2026
Definition of hooked
Adjective
  • The Tate brothers, both former kickboxers, are known to be avid Trump supporters.
    — Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026
  • Every avid gardener knows the importance of watering plants and understanding each specific plant’s watering frequency and amount.
    — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 26 July 2026
Definition of avid
Adjective
  • The report notes the area is known by detectives to be a high crime area with multiple stray dogs and wandering drug users.
    — Rafael Escalera Montoto, Arkansas Online, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The 2026 World Cup can be a catalyst to boost it to an even higher orbit.
    — Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of high
Adjective
  • This is because patients are increasingly excited to use wearables and other devices to gather more information and metrics regarding their own health.
    — Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • These very same donors, Eustis said, are the ones who feel most excited to be sitting among the citizenry in Central Park, watching the beauty of public art unfold in a joyous communal atmosphere.
    — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of excited
Adjective
  • Now, with one-year mercenary players plus rapid roster turnover, the first game deters even the most addicted sports gambler.
    — Mac Engel July 28, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026
  • The story follows Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie and crew as their owner Bonnie becomes addicted to her new favorite gadget, a kiddie smart tablet known as Lilypad.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 9 July 2026
Definition of addicted
Adjective
  • Now, the 34-year-old utilityman is grateful to be back and eager to build on his four-for-four start over two games.
    — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • As the Steam Deck slowly marches toward its fifth birthday next February, owners are likely eager for a way to extend its life rather than investing in expensive high-end competition.
    — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 29 July 2026
Definition of eager
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“Hopped-up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hopped-up. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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