Only True Word Wizards Can Guess Meaning of Quirky Words Quiz

JavaScript is required to load quizzes. Please enable it in your browser settings or switch to a more compatible browser like Safari, Edge, or Chrome with fewer blocking settings.

Remove Ads

What does the word 'gobbledygook' mean?

Language that is meaningless or hard to understand
A magical spell used to summon spirits
A type of bird found in the rainforests of South America
A famous wizard from a popular fantasy book series

Bullseye!

Hmm, I don't think so. 😔

What does the word 'flabbergasted' mean?

A sweet dessert made with layers of pastry and cream
A mythical creature that guards buried treasure
To be greatly astonished or amazed
A type of dance popular in the 1960s

Great!

Not quite.

What does the word 'nincompoop' mean?

A style of music characterized by fast beats and electronic sounds
A foolish or silly person
A mythical creature that grants good luck
A type of dance popular in Latin America

You're one class act!

Hmm, I don't think so. 😔

What does the word 'jabberwocky' mean?

A mythical creature that guards buried treasure
Nonsense language or gibberish
A style of dance popular in the 1960s
A sweet dessert made with layers of pastry and cream

Great job!

Not quite right. 😢

What does the word 'razzmatazz' mean?

Elaborate or showy activity designed to attract attention
A type of candy popular in the 1950s
A device used for cracking open nuts
A style of painting characterized by bold colors and abstract shapes

Sweet!

Doh! 🤬

What does the word 'ragtag' mean?

A traditional Chinese dish made with noodles and vegetables
A group of people that is disorganized or untidy
A famous artist known for surreal paintings
A type of pasta commonly used in Italian cuisine

You're doing great!

Not quite.

What does the word 'blatherskite' mean?

A person who talks at length without making much sense
A mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a goat
A famous author known for writing fantasy novels
A type of musical instrument

Way to go!

I'm afraid that wasn't it. 😔

What does the word 'hullaballoo' mean?

A type of dance popular in the 1960s
A loud and excited noise or disturbance
A sweet dessert made with layers of pastry and cream
A mythical creature that guards buried treasure

Magnificent!

I'm afraid that wasn't it. 😔

What does the word 'bumfuzzle' mean?

To confuse or perplex
A style of martial arts originated in Japan
A small creature that lives in the sea
A type of dance popular in the 1920s

Nice!

Uh-oh. That was incorrect. 😔

What does the word 'piffle' mean?

A mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a goat
A fictional creature that grants wishes
Nonsense or foolishness
A type of candy popular in the 1950s

Cool! 👍

Having difficulty with this one?

What does the word 'kerfuffle' mean?

A commotion or fuss
A style of music characterized by fast beats and electronic sounds
A type of hairstyle popular in the 1980s
A traditional Scottish dance

Absolutely right! 👍

I'm afraid that wasn't it. 😔

What does the word 'mimsy' mean?

A style of music originating from the Caribbean
A small furry creature native to Australia
Something that is rather feeble, timid, or lacking substance
A type of sweet dessert made with caramel and nuts

Sweet!

That was incorrect.

What does the word 'collywobbles' mean?

A style of martial arts originated in Japan
A small creature that lives in the sea
A feeling of nervousness or queasiness in the stomach
A type of dance popular in the 1920s

Great job!

That was incorrect.

What does the word 'jibber-jabber' mean?

A mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a goat
A fictional creature that grants wishes
Rapid or unintelligible speech
A type of candy popular in the 1950s

Hooray! 🥳

Hmm, I don't think so. 😔

What does the word 'zephyr' mean?

A mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a goat
A type of flower that blooms at night
A famous Greek philosopher
A gentle breeze

Way to go!

Doh! 🤬

What does the word 'goombah' mean?

A close friend or companion
A style of traditional African music
A type of martial arts originated in Japan
A traditional Hawaiian feast

Boom! Nailed it! 👊

I'm afraid that wasn't it. 😔

What does the word 'flibbertigibbet' mean?

A sweet dessert made with layers of pastry and cream
A style of dance popular in the 1960s
A frivolous or flighty person
A mythical creature that guards buried treasure

Brilliant! 👍

Not quite.

What does the word 'portmanteau' mean?

A word blending the sounds and meanings of two others, like 'brunch' (breakfast + lunch)
A style of painting using only black and white colors
A cold cut meat jelly that originated in Europe
A type of French pastry filled with cheese

Nice going!

Not quite right. 😢

Remove Ads

Share the quiz to show your results!

Only True Word Wizards Can Guess the Meaning of These Quirky Words

You got %%score%% out of %%total%%!

Share Result in Comment

Replay

💡 Did you know? You can resume your quizzes at any point — even if you close your browser. Never lose track of your progress again!

Prev quiz Next quiz

Remove Ads

Unlock Premium Perks

Enjoy Quizly? Upgrade to Premium for an ad-free experience and exclusive features.

Get Premium

Add a Comment Cancel reply

7 Comments

⚠️ May contain spoilers

⭐ Featured Shop Item

KPop Demon Hunters Bundle

🔥 Popular

✨ Includes 6 name styles (Rumi, Mira, Zoey, Jinu, Saja Boys, and Derpy) + 1 pet
❤️‍🔥 [BUNDLE EXCLUSIVE] Saja Boys name style
🐯 [BUNDLE EXCLUSIVE] Derpy the Tiger pet companion with +25% Dual BoostMidnight Dual Boost → Get 25% more Points *and* XP on every quiz played between 12–4 AM! special ability

Part of the KPop Demon Hunters-inspired collection.

🎵 Gonna be, gonna be golden