Go to somebody’s head
phrasal verb
To make someone think that they are more important or clever than they really are.
His first bit of success has really gone to his head.
Often appears as...
- success has gone to his head
- don't let it go to your head
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrasal verb
To make someone feel dizzy or drunk.
I'm afraid the wine has gone to my head a bit.
Often appears as...
- wine has gone to my head
- drink has gone to his head
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrasal verb
To make someone think that they are more important or clever than they really are.
His first bit of success has really gone to his head.
Often appears as...
- success has gone to his head
- don't let it go to your head
Usage tips
Idiomatic
phrasal verb
To make someone feel dizzy or drunk.
I'm afraid the wine has gone to my head a bit.
Often appears as...
- wine has gone to my head
- drink has gone to his head
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Excess Pride
Indicates someone may act arrogantly due to a recent achievement or compliment.
She won the chess tournament and it has definitely gone to her head.
Pro Tip 2/3Warning of Humility
Used to caution someone not to become overly proud or to expect too much from early success.
I’m happy you got the promotion, but don't let it go to your head.
Pro Tip 3/3Social Caution
May imply the person could become or is becoming unpleasant to be around.
Ever since he became manager, power has surely gone to his head.
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