Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
get-a-life
idiomatic expression
/ɡɛt ə laɪf/
Definition
A phrase used to tell someone to stop being overly involved in something trivial and to start engaging in more meaningful activities.
Examples
- When she kept complaining about the movie, I told her to get a life.
- He spends all his time playing video games, and I just wish he would get a life.
Meaning
This expression implies that someone is overly focused on matters that are not important and suggests they should broaden their interests or find more fulfilling pursuits.
Synonyms
- get over yourself
- move on
- find something better to do
