Zoomies

zoo-meez

/ˈzuːmiz/

Noun (plural, informal)

Meaning

Zoomies refers to sudden bursts of high-energy, frantic, and playful movement, most commonly observed in animals such as dogs and cats.
During zoomies, an animal may run rapidly back and forth, spin in circles, leap into the air, or display erratic movement for a short period of time.
In a broader, informal sense, zoomies can also describe moments of sudden excitement or hyperactivity in humans, especially children.

Examples

After his bath, the dog got the zoomies and ran around the house uncontrollably.
My cat usually has the zoomies late at night before settling down to sleep.
The puppy’s zoomies lasted only a few minutes but were incredibly energetic.
Toddlers sometimes get the zoomies when they are overtired or overstimulated.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms	Antonyms
Frenetic energy Hyperactivity Energy burst Sudden excitement Playful frenzy	Lethargy Calmness Stillness Relaxation Drowsiness

Note: “zoomies” is an informal term and does not have direct formal synonyms.

Word Forms

Zoomy (adjective, informal)
Zoom (verb, related but broader meaning)

Origin / Etymology

The term zoomies originated from the verb “zoom”, meaning to move quickly or suddenly. It emerged in informal spoken English in the late 20th century and became widely popular through pet-owner communities and online forums. The word gained mainstream recognition with the rise of social media, where videos of pets experiencing the zoomies went viral.

Grammar Information

Countability: Plural noun (commonly used with “the”)
Usage: Informal, conversational English
Typical Context: Pet behavior, animal psychology, casual human behavior
Sentence Position: Often used as an object or subject noun
Example: The dog has the zoomies.
Example: Zoomies are common in young pets.

Translations

Hindi: अचानक ऊर्जा का उछाल
Spanish: arrebato de energía
French: accès de folie
German: Energieausbruch
Arabic: نوبة نشاط مفاجئة

Idioms & Phrases

Get the zoomies – to suddenly become extremely energetic or hyperactive
Midnight zoomies – a common phrase describing pets becoming energetic late at night