heyday
|hey/day|
B2
/ˈheɪˌdeɪ/
peak period
Etymology
Etymology Information
'heyday' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'heyda,' where 'hey' was an exclamation of joy and 'da' was a suffix.
Historical Evolution
'heyda' transformed into the modern English word 'heyday' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an exclamation of joy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the period of greatest success or vigor.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/16 15:08