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Hippie vs. Hippy

Hippie

A person, often from the 1960s or 70s, who rejected the conventional social norms, advocating for peace, environmentalism, and love.

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The hippie movement emphasized peace and love.Her bohemian style was reminiscent of the hippie era.He traveled the world, living as a modern hippie.

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Hippy

/ˈhɪpi/
A person who was part of a cultural movement in the 1960s and 1970s known for rejecting traditional societal norms, advocating for peace, love, and simple living.

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She always had a free-spirited hippy vibe about her style.His house was filled with eccentric hippy memorabilia.They attended a hippy festival in the colorful countryside.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Hippie often refers to a member of the countercultural movement from the 1960s and 70s.
  • Hippy is an alternative spelling but can also describe someone with wide hips.
  • Remember, hippie is more commonly associated with lifestyle and culture.
  • Think of hippie as someone who might wear tie-dye and attend music festivals.
  • The word hippy might be used more informally to describe physical attributes.
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