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1
That's so sick
Expression of strong approval or admiration; something is impressive or cool
Cross-platform
Reaction to impressive plays or rare items
General approval of content, outfits, achievements
Comment expressing enthusiasm for content
R0
Neutral/positive expression with no harmful connotations
Stable meaning from earlier generations; well-established slang
"Did you see that trick? That's so sick!"
null
Context
original
none
pre-2000s
pre-2010
active
null
2,000
2,010
null
2,020
adopted
2
Bruh
Exclamation of disbelief, surprise, or exasperation; versatile reaction
Cross-platform
Reaction to unexpected game events or teammate mistakes
Response to surprising or frustrating content
Common comment expressing reaction
R0
Neutral expression; context determines tone but rarely harmful
Evolved from 'bro'; stable in current usage
"Bruh, I can't believe you did that!"
null
Context
original
AAVE
~2009 AAVE internet
2014
active
null
2,009
2,014
null
2,021
adopted
3
Let him cook
Allow someone to continue what they're doing; don't interrupt their process
Gaming
Encouraging teammate mid-play; can be sincere or sarcastic
Supporting someone's creative process or idea
Comment supporting creator's direction
R4
Interpretation varies by platform: supportive on sports Twitter; sarcastic "who let him cook" on gaming platforms; defense of hornyposting on general social media
Shifted from cooking reference to performance evaluation; sarcastic usage increasing
"He's got a strategy, let him cook"
"Let him cook lmao" [while watching someone fail badly]
Context
original
AAVE
Jul 2010 (Lil B YouTube)
Dec 2022
peak_passed
mid-2023
2,010
2,022
2,023
2,022
transformed
4
That's so skibidi
Nonsense word with no fixed meaning; used as filler, exclamation, or vague adjective meaning cool, bad, weird, or nothing at all
Video
Describing chaotic gameplay or random events
Used as all-purpose filler word, exclamation, or vague descriptor; in compounds like "skibidi Ohio rizz" functions as an insult (weird, cringe, lacking charm); standalone "that's so skibidi" can mean cool, weird, or nothing depending on tone; Cambridge Dictionary recognized it in 2025 as meaning "cool" or functioning n...
Reference to Skibidi Toilet; describes brain-rot aesthetic
R3
Evolution-based: meaningless word from YouTube series absorbed into Gen Alpha vocabulary; used in compound insults ("skibidi Ohio rizz" = weird/cringe person with no charm); when combined with other terms becomes dismissive/mocking; standalone usage is harmless noise
Word originated from Little Big's 2018 Russian pop song "Skibidi" (#SkibidiChallenge); reborn Feb 2023 via DaFuq!?Boom!'s Skibidi Toilet YouTube series (human-headed toilets vs camera-headed humanoids); by 2024 absorbed into Gen Alpha vocabulary as all-purpose nonsense word; Cambridge Dictionary added it 2025; primaril...
"This game is so skibidi, I love it"
"Your take is so skibidi" [implying stupidity]
Evolution
original
none
2018 (Little Big song); reborn Feb 2023 (Skibidi Toilet YouTube)
mid-2023
stale
late 2023
2,018
2,023
2,023
2,023
native
5
Erm what the sigma
Expression of confusion or disbelief, often ironic; references sigma male culture
Social Media
Reaction to strange player behavior
Ironic response to bizarre content or takes
Comment on absurd sigma-grindset content
R3
Evolution-based; can be used to mock or dismiss others
Emerged from sigma male meme culture; primarily ironic usage
"Erm what the sigma" [playful confusion]
"Erm what the sigma" [dismissing someone's statement as ridiculous]
Evolution
original
none
mid-2023
mid-2023
stale
late 2023
2,023
2,023
2,023
2,023
native
6
Gyatt damn
Exclamation of attraction or appreciation, typically for physical appearance
Social Media
Reaction to attractive character designs
Comment on someone's appearance; often sexualized
Thirst comment on creators
R2
Masked risk; normalizes objectification; can be harassment when directed at individuals
"Gyatt" originated as AAVE exclamation (contraction of "God damn"); popularized by streamers Kai Cenat and YourRAGE ~2022 who used it reactively on Twitch; spread to TikTok and mainstream Gen Alpha usage; now used as exclamation when seeing attractive person
"Gyatt this fit is fire"
"Gyatt damn" [unsolicited on someone's photo]
Safety
original
AAVE
AAVE exclamation (pre-2020)
~2022 (Kai Cenat/YourRAGE Twitch)
peak_passed
late 2023
2,020
2,022
2,023
2,022
transformed
7
You are a twink
Calling someone gay or effeminate; appropriated from LGBTQ+ body type term for slim, young gay men
Social Media
Describing player avatars or characters
Primarily used by Gen Alpha to call someone gay as an insult, not as a genuine body type descriptor; the speaker usually has no connection to LGBTQ+ community; functions like calling someone "gay" but with extra steps
Comment on creator's appearance
R2
Masked negativity: LGBTQ+ in-community body type descriptor (slim, young gay man) weaponized by Gen Alpha as a way to call someone gay/effeminate; functions as homophobic insult while using borrowed community language, giving it plausible deniability
Within LGBTQ+ community: neutral body type descriptor for slim, young, hairless gay men (1960s+, popularized by gay dating/bar culture). Gen Alpha appropriation (~2022): stripped of community context, used as a homophobic insult to call someone gay/feminine; the LGBTQ+ specificity is the point — calling someone a "twin...
"Twink era looks good on you" [among friends]
"You're such a twink" [meant as emasculating insult]
Safety
original
LGBTQ+
1960s LGBTQ+ community
~2022 Gen Alpha adoption
active
null
1,960
2,022
null
2,022
transformed
8
Only in Ohio
Something is bizarre, cursed, or inexplicably strange
Video
Describing glitches or bizarre in-game events
Reacting to strange real-world events or content
Comment on surreal or absurd video content
R0
Harmless absurdist meme depicting Ohio as bizarre/surreal; no harmful connotations; pure brainrot humor
From 2016 Tumblr post "Ohio will be eliminated"; exploded on TikTok Aug 2022 with "Swag Like Ohio" by Lil B; became Gen Alpha slang term loosely meaning cringe/bizarre by 2023
"Only in Ohio would this happen" [on bizarre video]
null
Evolution
original
none
2016 Tumblr
Aug 2022 TikTok
stale
late 2023
2,016
2,022
2,023
2,022
transformed
9
That's crazy
Expression of surprise, disbelief, or indifference
Cross-platform
Reaction to unexpected events
Can be genuine or dismissive filler response
Generic comment
R0
Generally neutral; dismissive usage is low-harm
Long-standing expression; stable meaning
"You got the legendary drop? That's crazy!"
"That's crazy" [dismissive, not actually engaged]
Context
original
none
pre-2000s
pre-2010
active
null
2,000
2,010
null
2,020
adopted
10
Cap
Lie or falsehood; 'no cap' means truthful
Cross-platform
Calling out lies about game stats or claims
Accusing someone of lying
Commenting that content is fake
R2
Masked harassment potential; can be used to publicly accuse/humiliate
From AAVE to mainstream; stable current usage
"No cap, that was amazing"
"That's cap" [public accusation of lying]
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2018
active
null
2,010
2,018
null
2,020
adopted
11
That's sus
Something or someone is suspicious or questionable
Gaming
From Among Us; identifying suspicious behavior
Questioning someone's motives or sexuality
Comment expressing doubt about content
R4
Interpretation varies by platform: innocent in Among Us gaming context; can imply someone is secretly gay on social media; lightweight accusation vs serious suspicion depending on platform
Existed as slang prior but massively popularized by Among Us in 2020; now universal internet slang
"That play was sus, are you the impostor?"
"That's kinda sus bro" [implying homosexuality negatively]
Context
original
none
pre-2020 slang
Sep 2020 (Among Us)
active
null
2,020
2,020
null
2,020
native
12
You have aura
Someone has impressive presence, charisma, or social capital
Social Media
Player with impressive stats or reputation
Complimenting someone's vibe or energy
Praising creator's presence
R0
Generally positive; part of aura points system
Gamification of social status; connected to aura points meme
"The way you handled that? You have aura"
null
Evolution
original
none
late 2023
late 2024
fading
early 2025
2,023
2,024
2,025
2,024
native
13
You're looking mad lit
Someone looks great, impressive, or exciting
Social Media
Complimenting avatar customization
Praising someone's appearance
Positive comment on creator
R0
Positive expression; no harmful connotations
Stable slang from earlier generations
"That outfit? You're looking mad lit"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2017
stale
2019
2,010
2,017
2,019
2,020
adopted
14
Bro is mogging
Someone is outshining or dominating others, especially in appearance
Social Media
Player dominating competition
Someone looking better than everyone else; appearance hierarchy
Comment on attractive creator
R3
Evolution-based risk; from incel/looksmaxxing culture; reinforces appearance hierarchies
From bodybuilding/incel forums to mainstream; carries toxic masculinity undertones
"He walked in mogging everyone" [admiration]
"Stop trying to mog me" [appearance-based competition]
Evolution
original
none
2010s incel/bodybuilding forums
mid-2023
peak_passed
late 2024
2,010
2,023
2,024
2,023
adopted
15
That is beta behavior
Accusing someone of being weak, submissive, or low-status
Gaming
Mocking cautious or passive playstyles
Insulting someone's masculinity or assertiveness
Comment dismissing creator's actions
R1
Direct harm; toxic masculinity framework; used to shame and bully
From alpha/beta wolf myth to manosphere to mainstream
null
"Apologizing? That's beta behavior"
Safety
original
none
2010s manosphere
2021
active
null
2,010
2,021
null
2,021
adopted
16
Slay
Doing something exceptionally well; excelling
Social Media
Praising excellent gameplay
Celebrating someone's success or appearance
Supportive comment
R0
Positive expression; occasionally used sarcastically but low harm
From drag/LGBTQ+ culture to mainstream; stable positive meaning
"You absolutely slayed that presentation"
null
Context
original
LGBTQ+
1970s drag/ballroom
2018
active
null
1,970
2,018
null
2,020
adopted
17
You ate
You performed exceptionally well; you nailed it
Social Media
Praising strong performance
Complimenting achievement or appearance
Positive comment on content
R0
Positive compliment meaning you performed excellently; no harmful connotations
From AAVE/drag culture; 'ate and left no crumbs' variant
"That dance? You ate"
"You ate ig" [sarcastic, implying they didn't]
Context
original
LGBTQ+
2010s drag/AAVE
2021
active
null
2,010
2,021
null
2,021
adopted
18
This is such a banger
Something is excellent, especially music or content
Video
Praising game soundtrack or content
Complimenting music or posts
Praising video content
R0
Positive expression; no harmful connotations
Originally music-specific; now broader content praise
"This song is such a banger"
null
Context
original
none
2010s UK slang
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
19
That's based
Something is true, authentic, or admirably bold regardless of controversy
Gaming
Agreeing with controversial take or bold play
Endorsing opinion, often controversial
Supporting creator's stance
R3
Evolution-based risk; originated in problematic online spaces; can normalize extreme views
Originally coined by rapper Lil B ("The BasedGod") ~2010 meaning authentic/unapologetic; adopted by 4chan ~2020 and given right-wing connotations (approving controversial conservative takes); crossed to mainstream 2021-22 with partially sanitized meaning; still carries association with edgy/contrarian political views
"Quitting that job? Based"
"That's so based" [endorsing harmful opinion]
Evolution
original
AAVE
~2010 (Lil B)
2021-22
active
null
2,010
2,021
null
2,021
adopted
20
Are you fr
Are you for real; expression of disbelief or seeking confirmation
Cross-platform
Questioning a play or claim
Expressing shock or seeking clarification
Comment expressing disbelief
R0
Simply means "are you for real"; neutral expression of disbelief; no harmful connotations
Abbreviation of 'for real'; increasingly dismissive usage
"You won? Are you fr?!"
"Are you fr rn" [dismissing someone's point]
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2020
active
null
2,010
2,020
null
2,020
adopted
21
What is blud yapping about
Dismissively questioning what someone is talking about
Gaming
Dismissing teammate's communication
Mocking someone's opinion or statement
Dismissive comment
R2
Masked harassment; dismisses and mocks speaker; 'blud' appropriated from AAVE
Recent emergence; combines dismissal with racialized language
null
"What is blud yapping about" [shutting down discussion]
Safety
original
AAVE
2023 AAVE
mid-2023
peak_passed
late 2023
2,023
2,023
2,023
2,023
native
22
Bro is glazing
Excessively praising or flattering someone; being a sycophant
Social Media
Accusing someone of overpraising a player/game
Calling out excessive flattery
Accusing commenter of being a stan
R2
Masked mockery; used to dismiss genuine appreciation or attack fans
Recent emergence; rapidly spreading usage
null
"Bro is glazing so hard rn" [dismissing someone's praise]
Evolution
original
none
late 2022
2023
peak_passed
late 2024
2,022
2,023
2,024
2,023
native
23
This is bussin
Something is extremely good, especially food
Social Media
Praising game quality or items
Describing excellent food or content
Positive reaction to content
R0
Positive expression; no harmful connotations
From AAVE; stable positive meaning
"This pizza is bussin"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2020 TikTok
stale
late 2022
2,010
2,020
2,022
2,020
adopted
24
Bro got caught in 4K
Someone was caught doing something embarrassing with clear evidence
Social Media
Catching cheaters or fails on camera
Exposing someone's actions with evidence
Comment on exposed content
R2
Masked harassment potential; used in pile-ons and public humiliation
From high-resolution camera reference; stable meaning
"Caught myself eating cake at 2am in 4K"
"Caught him in 4K" [public exposure/humiliation]
Context
original
none
early 2021
early 2021
peak_passed
late 2022
2,021
2,021
2,022
2,021
native
25
Bro got cooked
Someone was thoroughly defeated or embarrassed
Gaming
Defeated badly in game
Lost an argument or was insulted effectively
Comment on someone being embarrassed
R2
Celebrates humiliation; can encourage pile-on behavior
Gaming origin; spreading to general usage
"I got cooked in that match" [self-deprecating]
"Bro got cooked" [celebrating someone's humiliation]
Context
original
none
2010s gaming/AAVE
2022
active
null
2,010
2,022
null
2,022
transformed
26
You're so delulu
You're delusional; out of touch with reality
Social Media
Mocking unrealistic expectations
Dismissing someone's hopes or beliefs
Comment dismissing creator's claims
R2
Masked dismissal; can be used to gaslight or dismiss legitimate concerns
From K-pop fan culture; 'delulu is the solulu' variant emerged
"I'm being delulu but maybe he likes me"
"You're so delulu" [dismissing someone's reality]
Context
original
none
2010s K-pop fandom
2023
stale
early 2024
2,010
2,023
2,024
2,023
adopted
27
Bro is dripped out
Someone is wearing impressive, stylish clothing
Social Media
Praising character/avatar cosmetics
Complimenting someone's outfit
Comment on creator's fashion
R0
Positive expression; fashion compliment
From 'drip' meaning style; stable positive meaning
"Bro is dripped out in that fit"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
28
In my flop era
Going through a period of failure or decline
Social Media
Losing streak in games
Self-deprecating about current life situation
Creator acknowledging declining views
R0
Usually self-deprecating; occasionally used to mock others
From stan culture tracking artist eras
"Currently in my flop era" [self-aware humor]
"She's in her flop era" [mocking someone's decline]
Context
original
none
2022 stan culture
2022
active
null
2,022
2,022
null
2,022
native
29
Fanum tax
Taking a portion of someone's food; referencing streamer Fanum's behavior
Video
Stealing loot or resources
Taking a bite of someone's food
Reference to Fanum's streams
R0
Neutral meme reference; no harmful connotations
From Twitch streamer Fanum; niche but spreading
"Let me get that Fanum tax" [playfully taking food]
null
Evolution
original
none
Aug 2023 (Fanum Twitch streams)
Aug 2023
stale
late 2023
2,023
2,023
2,023
2,023
native
30
This is fire
Something is excellent, impressive, hot
Cross-platform
Praising game content or plays
Complimenting content or appearance
Positive comment
R0
Positive expression; stable across generations
Long-standing slang; stable meaning
"This track is fire"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
31
That's such a flex
Showing off; displaying wealth, skill, or status
Social Media
Showing off rare items or achievements
Displaying material possessions or achievements
Comment on showing off
R0
Neutral to positive; acknowledging display
From 'flexing muscles' to general showing off
"New car? That's such a flex"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
32
Fit check
Showing off or inviting evaluation of an outfit; can be a declaration ("look at what I'm wearing") or a request ("let me see your outfit")
Social Media
Showing character cosmetics
Sharing or requesting outfit photos
Fashion content prompt
R0
Neutral fashion term; no harmful connotations
Recent emergence; stable meaning
"Fit check before we go out"
null
Context
original
none
2020 TikTok
2020
active
null
2,020
2,020
null
2,020
native
33
Gaslight gatekeep girlboss
Ironic mantra about toxic girlboss culture; manipulate, exclude, dominate
Social Media
Ironic reference to competitive behavior
Satirizing toxic positivity and hustle culture
Meme reference
R3
Evolution-based: originated as sincere girlboss empowerment mantra; evolved into ironic/critical commentary mocking toxic feminism; meaning inverted over time
From feminist critique to ironic meme
"My villain era: gaslight gatekeep girlboss" [ironic]
Used unironically to justify manipulative behavior
Context
original
none
~2020 sincere usage
Aug 2021 ironic viral
stale
late 2021
2,020
2,021
2,021
2,021
transformed
34
Bro is ghosting
Someone is ignoring messages or disappearing from communication
Social Media
Player going AFK or leaving
Not responding to messages in relationships
Comment about creator's absence
R0
Descriptive term; no inherent harm
From dating culture; stable meaning
"Been ghosting everyone to focus on exams"
null
Context
original
none
2010s dating culture
2020
active
null
2,010
2,020
null
2,020
adopted
35
I'm having my glow up
Undergoing positive transformation, especially in appearance
Social Media
Character progression/improvement
Personal improvement journey
Transformation content
R0
Positive self-improvement term
Stable meaning; widespread usage
"This year I'm having my glow up"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
36
You are the GOAT
Greatest Of All Time; the best at what they do
Cross-platform
Praising exceptional player
Highest compliment for achievement
Praising creator
R0
Positive expression; no harmful connotations
Sports origin; stable across generations
"Thanks for helping, you're the GOAT"
null
Context
original
none
2000s (Muhammad Ali attribution debated)
2018
active
null
2,000
2,018
null
2,020
adopted
37
This just hits different
Something has a unique, profound emotional impact
Cross-platform
Describing nostalgic or impactful games
Emotional resonance with content
Comment on impactful content
R0
Positive expression; emotional appreciation
Recent emergence; stable meaning
"This song at 2am just hits different"
null
Context
original
none
2019
2020
active
null
2,019
2,020
null
2,020
native
38
You're giving me the ick
Sudden feeling of disgust or turn-off toward someone
Social Media
Reaction to cringey player behavior
Dating/relationship turn-off
Comment expressing disgust
R2
Masked criticism; can be used to publicly shame romantic interests
From dating show origins; widespread usage
"The way he chews gives me the ick"
"You give me the ick" [direct rejection/humiliation]
Safety
original
none
2010s UK dating shows
2020s TikTok
active
null
2,010
2,020
null
2,020
adopted
39
And I oop
Expression of surprise or when something unexpected happens
Video
Reaction to unexpected game events
Surprised reaction
Common reaction phrase
R0
Neutral expression; no harmful connotations
From Jasmine Masters; stable meme
"And I oop—" [surprise reaction]
null
Context
original
LGBTQ+
Jun 2019 (Jasmine Masters video)
Jun 2019
stale
late 2019
2,019
2,019
2,019
2,020
native
40
You're such an iPad kid
Child overly dependent on tablets; lacking social skills or outdoor play
Social Media
Mocking young or unskilled players
Insulting someone's upbringing or social skills
Comment dismissing younger viewers
R2
Masked insult targeting childhood/development; dismissive of younger generation
Recent emergence; criticism of screen-dependent childhood
null
"You're such an iPad kid" [insult about development]
Safety
original
none
2022
2022
peak_passed
late 2023
2,022
2,022
2,023
2,022
native
41
He delivered
Someone performed well; met or exceeded expectations
Cross-platform
Player performed when needed
Someone came through on a promise
Creator met expectations
R0
Positive expression; no harmful connotations
Stable expression; widespread usage
"He delivered that presentation perfectly"
null
Context
original
none
2020s
2020s
active
null
2,020
2,020
null
2,020
native
42
Iykyk
If You Know You Know; in-group reference
Social Media
Reference to niche game knowledge
Exclusive in-group marker
Inside joke or reference
R0
Neutral in-group shorthand; only concerning if used to gate-keep harmful content, which is rare and contextual
Abbreviation; increasingly used to hide context
"Best coffee spot in town iykyk"
"Iykyk" [obscuring harmful content from moderators]
Context
original
none
2016-2018
2018-2019
active
null
2,016
2,018
null
2,020
adopted
43
Jit tripping
Young person acting foolish or crazy
Social Media
Young player making mistakes
Someone acting erratically
Comment on foolish behavior
R5
Cultural risk variant: Florida/Southern AAVE regional slang; "jit" carries different weight in different regional contexts; can be affectionate or derogatory depending on cultural setting
Southern/Florida AAVE regional slang; "jit" means young person/kid; spread beyond region via TikTok and hip-hop
null
"Jit tripping" [dismissing younger person's actions]
Context
original
AAVE
2010s Florida/Southern AAVE
~2022 TikTok
active
null
2,010
2,022
null
2,022
adopted
44
That's such karen behavior
Acting entitled, demanding, or unreasonably complaining
Social Media
Player complaining about game mechanics
Calling out entitled behavior
Comment on entitled content
R2
Gendered insult; can be used to dismiss legitimate complaints from women
Meme origin; now sometimes weaponized against women
"Asking for the manager over nothing is Karen behavior"
"Stop being a Karen" [dismissing valid concerns]
Safety
original
none
2018
2020
peak_passed
late 2021
2,018
2,020
2,021
2,020
transformed
45
Bro thinks he's the main character
Someone acting self-important or like the world revolves around them
Social Media
Player making selfish decisions
Calling out self-centered behavior
Mocking self-important content
R2
Masked mockery; dismisses confidence or self-expression
From 'main character syndrome'; widespread
null
"Bro thinks he's the main character" [mocking self-confidence]
Context
original
none
2020 TikTok
2020
active
null
2,020
2,020
null
2,020
native
46
Bro is mewing
Practicing tongue posture technique for jawline improvement
Social Media
Mocking silent players
Reference to looksmaxxing practice
Looksmaxxing content
R3
Evolution-based; from orthodontic technique to looksmaxxing culture; body image concerns
From Dr. Mew's technique to meme; tied to appearance obsession
"Mewing for that jawline"
Promotes unhealthy appearance obsession in youth
Evolution
original
none
2010s (Dr. Mike Mew orthodontics)
2022 TikTok; peak 2023
stale
late 2023
2,010
2,022
2,023
2,022
adopted
47
You're such a bop
Calling someone (usually a woman) promiscuous or easy
Social Media
Describing fun game or player
Calling someone fun to be around
Positive comment
R2
Gendered slur when directed at a person (distinct from "this song is a bop"); used to slut-shame, primarily targeting women
"Bop" as a song compliment is separate from "bop" as a person insult; the person-directed usage is derogatory slang for a promiscuous woman
null
"She's such a bop" [calling someone promiscuous/easy]
Safety
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
48
You're such an NPC
Acting robotic, unthinking, or like a background character
Gaming
Player making predictable decisions
Insulting someone as unoriginal or sheep-like
Dismissive comment
R2
Dehumanizing language; dismisses individuality; used to bully
Gaming term applied to people; spreading usage
null
"You're such an NPC" [dehumanizing insult]
Safety
original
none
2010s gaming
2022 TikTok
peak_passed
late 2023
2,010
2,022
2,023
2,022
transformed
49
Okay boomer
Dismissive response to older generation's opinions
Cross-platform
Dismissing older players' strategies
Generational dismissal
Comment dismissing older viewers
R2
Ageist dismissal; shuts down intergenerational dialogue
2019 meme; still in use but declining
null
"Okay boomer" [dismissing legitimate point based on age]
Context
original
none
Nov 2019 (New Zealand parliament)
Nov 2019
stale
early 2020
2,019
2,019
2,020
2,020
native
50
Skill issue
Your failure is due to lack of skill, not the game/situation
Gaming
Dismissing complaints about difficulty
Dismissing someone's struggles as their fault
Mocking viewers' complaints
R4
Platform-specific risk: legitimate competitive feedback in gaming ('you need to practice'), but victim-blaming dismissal when used on social media to dismiss real problems ('your depression is a skill issue'); risk escalates off gaming platforms
Gaming origin; spreading to general usage
"Skill issue" [self-deprecating after own failure]
"Skill issue" [dismissing someone's valid struggle]
Context
original
none
2010s gaming
2020
active
null
2,010
2,020
null
2,020
transformed
51
Consider yourself an opp
You are now an enemy/opposition
Social Media
Declaring rivalry
Declaring someone an enemy
Drama declaration
R1
Direct threat language; escalation of conflict
From hip-hop 'opposition'; now broader usage
null
"Consider yourself an opp" [threat/intimidation]
Safety
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE/drill
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
transformed
52
That was so out of pocket
Something was inappropriate, offensive, or unexpected
Cross-platform
Calling out inappropriate behavior
Describing inappropriate actions/comments
Comment on controversial content
R0
Neutral descriptor; calling out behavior
AAVE origin; stable meaning
"That joke was so out of pocket"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
53
Bro got owned
Someone was thoroughly defeated or embarrassed
Gaming
Decisive victory over opponent
Someone losing an argument badly
Comment on defeat content
R2
Celebrates humiliation; can encourage pile-ons
Old internet slang; still in use
"I got owned in that debate"
"Bro got owned" [celebrating humiliation]
Context
original
none
2000s gaming
2000s
active
null
2,000
2,000
null
2,020
adopted
54
You are serving
You're presenting yourself excellently; looking great
Social Media
Praising character appearance
Complimenting appearance or performance
Positive comment on creator
R0
Positive expression; compliment
From drag/ballroom culture; mainstream usage
"You are serving in that outfit"
null
Context
original
LGBTQ+
1990s drag/ballroom
2020
active
null
1,990
2,020
null
2,020
adopted
55
You're such a pick me
Someone seeking validation by putting down their own gender
Social Media
Female players seeking male approval
Accusation of seeking opposite gender approval
Comment criticizing behavior
R2
Masked negativity: polices women's behavior through humorous labeling; dismisses genuine preferences as performative; primarily targets women; the slang framing ("pick me girl") conceals what is essentially gendered bullying
Recent intensification; primarily used against women
null
"You're such a pick me" [harassing women]
Safety
original
none
2020 TikTok
2020
peak_passed
late 2022
2,020
2,020
2,022
2,020
native
56
You are my pookie
Term of endearment; cute nickname for someone you care about
Social Media
Affectionate term for gaming partner
Romantic/platonic term of endearment
Parasocial term for creator
R0
Positive expression; term of affection
Recent TikTok trend; spreading usage
"You're my pookie" [affectionate]
null
Context
original
none
pre-2020 term of endearment
~2023 TikTok
stale
mid-2024
2,020
2,023
2,024
2,023
adopted
57
Yas queen
Enthusiastic support and encouragement
Social Media
Cheering on teammates
Enthusiastic support for friends
Supportive comment
R0
Positive expression; from drag culture
"Yas" originated as an exaltation shouted at ballroom voguing performances in 1980s NYC, created by Black and Latino queer communities; first recorded in Paris Is Burning (1990); "queen" was a reclaimed anti-gay slur turned term of endearment; went viral 2013 via Johnny Versayce's "YAAASS GAGA" video; Broad City and Ru...
"Yas queen, you look amazing!"
null
Context
original
LGBTQ+
1980s NYC ballroom culture (Black and Latino LGBTQ+ communities)
2013 (Johnny Versayce Lady Gaga viral video); Broad City 2014-2019; peak mainstream ~2016-2019
stale
2021
1,980
2,013
2,021
2,021
transformed
58
Bro got ratioed
Someone's post received more negative replies than likes
Social Media
Unpopular opinion in gaming community
Public disagreement indicator
Comment section dynamics
R2
Pile-on indicator; celebrates public humiliation
Twitter origin; now cross-platform
null
"Bro got ratioed" [celebrating pile-on]
Context
original
none
2017 Twitter
2017
active
null
2,017
2,017
null
2,020
adopted
59
You are a walking red flag
Someone displays many warning signs in relationships/behavior
Social Media
Toxic player behavior indicators
Dating/relationship warning
Comment warning about creator
R2
Masked harassment; can be used to publicly label and shame
From dating culture; widespread usage
"Talking about exes on first date is a red flag"
"You are a walking red flag" [personal attack]
Safety
original
none
2020 dating TikTok
2020
active
null
2,020
2,020
null
2,020
native
60
You've got that unspoken rizz
Natural charisma without trying; effortless charm
Social Media
Player with natural leadership/charm
Complimenting natural charisma
Comment on creator's charm
R0
Positive compliment; no harmful connotations
From 'rizz' (charisma); stable meaning
"You've got that unspoken rizz"
null
Context
original
AAVE
AAVE (pre-2020)
Jun 2021 (Kai Cenat coined 'rizz')
active
null
2,020
2,021
null
2,021
native
61
This is my Roman Empire
Something you think about constantly/obsessively
Social Media
Obsessive game interest
Recurring thoughts topic
Content theme
R0
Neutral expression; introspective
From meme about men thinking about Roman Empire
"The 2016 election is my Roman Empire"
null
Evolution
original
none
Sep 2023
Sep 2023
stale
late 2023
2,023
2,023
2,023
2,023
native
62
Somebody's acting salty
Someone is bitter, upset, or resentful
Gaming
Bitter about losing
Upset about something
Comment on bitter creator
R0
Neutral descriptor; slight mockery but low harm
Long-standing slang; stable meaning
"Don't be salty you lost"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
63
Bro secured the bag
Someone achieved financial success or got what they wanted
Social Media
Getting valuable loot/reward
Financial or goal achievement
Comment on creator success
R0
Positive expression; celebrating success
From hip-hop; stable meaning
"Got the job offer, secured the bag"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
64
Bro is the rizzler
Someone with exceptional charisma and charm
Social Media
Charismatic player
Person with strong social skills
Comment on charming creator
R0
Positive expression; compliment
From 'rizz'; playful form
"Watch him talk to her, bro is the rizzler"
null
Context
original
AAVE
mid-2023
mid-2023
stale
late 2023
2,023
2,023
2,023
2,023
native
65
That absolutely shook me
Something surprised or impacted you deeply
Cross-platform
Unexpected game event
Surprising news or content
Reaction to shocking content
R0
Neutral expression; emotional reaction
Stable meaning; widespread usage
"That plot twist absolutely shook me"
null
Context
original
none
2010s
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
66
You're such a simp
Someone excessively devoted to someone who doesn't reciprocate
Gaming
Player overly devoted to streamer/creator
Excessive devotion in relationships
Comment on devoted fans
R2
Masked insult; polices emotional expression and devotion; often targets men
Older term resurged; now widespread insult
null
"You're such a simp" [mocking emotional investment]
Safety
original
none
2019 Reddit/memes
2020
peak_passed
late 2021
2,019
2,020
2,021
2,020
native
67
This slaps
Something is excellent, especially music
Video
Game music or sound design
Good music or content
Praising video content
R0
Positive expression; no harmful connotations
Music-focused; stable meaning
"This beat slaps"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
68
Y'all are sleeping on this
People are ignoring or underrating something good
Cross-platform
Underrated game or strategy
Underrated content or person
Promoting overlooked content
R0
Neutral expression promoting advocacy and awareness; no harmful connotations in any documented context
Stable meaning; widespread usage
"Y'all are sleeping on this album"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
69
You look absolutely snatched
Looking extremely good, especially body/outfit
Social Media
Character appearance
Complimenting appearance
Comment on creator appearance
R0
Positive compliment; from drag culture
From drag culture; mainstream usage
"Your waist looks snatched in that dress"
null
Context
original
LGBTQ+
2010s drag/ballroom
2020
active
null
2,010
2,020
null
2,020
adopted
70
Spill the tea
Share the gossip or truth about a situation
Social Media
Gaming community drama
Requesting gossip
Drama content
R0
Neutral expression; gossip request
From drag culture; stable meaning
"Spill the tea, what happened?"
null
Context
original
LGBTQ+
2010s drag/ballroom
2019
active
null
2,010
2,019
null
2,020
adopted
71
Go touch some grass please
You need to go outside and take a break from the internet
Gaming
Telling intense gamer to take a break
Dismissing someone as too online
Comment dismissing someone
R2
Masked dismissal; invalidates online experiences; can be dismissive of legitimate concerns
Recent emergence; widespread usage
"I need to touch grass" [self-aware]
"Go touch grass" [dismissing someone's point]
Context
original
none
2020 gaming forums
2020-2021
active
null
2,020
2,020
null
2,020
native
72
Bro is tweaking
Someone is acting strangely or saying something bizarre
Cross-platform
Erratic player behavior
Bizarre statements or actions
Comment on strange content
R0
Slight mockery but generally playful; drug reference origin
From drug reference to general 'acting weird'
"Bro is tweaking with that take"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
transformed
73
Bro understood the assignment
Someone executed perfectly; met expectations excellently
Social Media
Player executing strategy perfectly
Praising excellent execution
Creator nailing content
R0
Positive expression praising performance or execution; universally encouraging with no harmful usage patterns
Recent emergence; stable positive meaning
"That outfit? She understood the assignment"
null
Context
original
none
2021 TikTok
2021
peak_passed
late 2022
2,021
2,021
2,022
2,021
native
74
Square up
Prepare to fight; challenge to confrontation
Gaming
Challenge to 1v1
Threat of physical confrontation
Drama escalation
R4
Platform-specific risk: in gaming, a challenge to 1v1 duel with no physical danger; on social media or IRL, a genuine physical fight threat; same words carry zero physical risk in gaming and real danger outside it
Long-standing expression; stable meaning
null
"Square up" [threat of violence]
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
75
Is it acoustic
Coded way to mock someone as autistic
Social Media
Mocking player behavior
Ableist mockery disguised as question
Discriminatory comment
R3
Evolution-based ableism; 'acoustic' masks 'autistic'; discriminatory
Recent emergence; deliberate misspelling to evade filters
null
"Is it acoustic" [ableist mockery]
Safety
original
none
~2023 TikTok algospeak
2023
active
null
2,023
2,023
null
2,023
native
76
He passed the vibe check
Someone has good energy and is approved
Social Media
Approving new team member
Social approval
Approving creator
R0
Positive expression; social approval
Recent emergence; stable positive meaning
"He passed the vibe check, he's cool"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2019 TikTok
2019
stale
2021
2,019
2,019
2,021
2,021
native
77
You give off main character energy
You act confident and like the protagonist of your story
Social Media
Confident, leading player
Complimenting confidence
Praising creator presence
R0
Positive expression; complimenting confidence and presence; no platform-dependent risk shift
Positive originally; 'main character syndrome' made it more ambiguous
"You give off main character energy" [empowering]
"Main character energy" [mocking self-centeredness]
Context
original
none
2020 TikTok
2020
active
null
2,020
2,020
null
2,020
native
78
Is it restarted
Coded way to mock someone as mentally disabled
Social Media
Mocking player intelligence
Ableist mockery disguised as question
Discriminatory comment
R3
Evolution-based ableism; deliberate misspelling of slur to evade filters
Filter-evasion variant; highly discriminatory
null
"Is it restarted" [ableist slur disguised]
Safety
original
none
~2023 TikTok algospeak
2023
active
null
2,023
2,023
null
2,023
native
79
Bro is zesty
Someone is acting flamboyant or effeminate
Social Media
Commenting on player behavior
Describing someone as feminine/gay-coded
Comment on creator behavior
R5
Cultural variant: LGBTQ+ spaces (positive/neutral self-descriptor for vibrant, energetic, flamboyant personality) vs Gen Alpha mainstream (coded homophobia equating flamboyance with gayness as insult); same word is affirming in one community and weaponized in another
From 'lively' to coded for 'gay-acting'
null
"Bro is zesty" [homophobic undertones]
Safety
original
LGBTQ+
2010s AAVE
~2022 TikTok
active
null
2,010
2,022
null
2,022
transformed
80
That is such a mood
Expressing strong relatability to a feeling or situation
Social Media
Relating to game situations
Expressing shared feelings
Relatable content
R0
Positive expression; relatability
Stable meaning; widespread usage
"Wanting to nap all day is such a mood"
null
Context
original
none
2018-2019
2018-2019
active
null
2,018
2,018
null
2,020
adopted
81
You're so extra
Someone is being dramatic, excessive, or over the top
Social Media
Overreacting player
Dramatic behavior
Comment on dramatic content
R0
Light mockery; generally playful
Stable meaning; widespread usage
"You're so extra" [affectionate teasing]
null
Context
original
none
2010s
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
82
This is lit
Something is exciting, excellent, or fun
Cross-platform
Exciting gameplay
Fun event or content
Positive reaction
R0
Positive expression; no harmful connotations
Stable meaning from earlier generation
"This party is lit"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
~2016-2017
stale
2019
2,010
2,016
2,019
2,020
adopted
83
Give me your lore
Tell me about your background, history, or story
Gaming
Character backstory request
Request for personal history
Creator origin story
R0
Neutral expression; information request
Gaming term applied to people
"You two have history? Give me the lore"
null
Context
original
none
2022 gaming/TikTok
2022
active
null
2,022
2,022
null
2,022
native
84
You're giving
You're emanating a particular energy or look
Social Media
Character vibes
Describing someone's energy
Comment on creator aesthetic
R0
Neutral to positive; contextual
From drag culture; mainstream usage
"You're giving old money vibes"
null
Context
original
LGBTQ+
2010s drag/ballroom
2022
active
null
2,010
2,022
null
2,022
adopted
85
You're so basic
Someone is mainstream, unoriginal, or predictable
Social Media
Using meta strategies only
Insulting mainstream taste
Dismissing content as unoriginal
R2
Masked insult; dismisses preferences; often gendered toward women
Older slang; stable meaning
null
"You're so basic" [dismissing someone's interests]
Safety
original
none
2014-2015
2014-2015
stale
2017
2,014
2,014
2,017
2,021
adopted
86
Bet
Agreement, confirmation, or challenge accepted
Cross-platform
Accepting challenge
Agreeing to plans
Affirmation
R0
Neutral confirmation/agreement; equivalent to 'okay' or 'sure'; no harmful connotations
Stable meaning; widespread usage
"Want to hang out?" "Bet"
null
Context
original
AAVE
2010s AAVE
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
87
Why he built like that
Commenting on someone's unusual physical appearance
Social Media
Character model comment
Mocking body shape
Comment on creator appearance
R2
Body shaming disguised as observation; mocking appearance
Recent emergence; body-focused mockery
null
"Why he built like that" [body shaming]
Safety
original
AAVE
2022-2023 TikTok
2022-2023
active
null
2,022
2,022
null
2,022
native
88
You are the gigachad
Ultimate alpha male; peak masculinity
Gaming
Praising dominant player
Ultimate masculine praise
Comment on masculine behavior
R3
Evolution-based; reinforces toxic masculinity ideals
From meme to praise; tied to manosphere culture
"Walking in like a gigachad"
Reinforces unhealthy masculinity standards
Evolution
original
none
2017 (gigachad meme origin)
2021
active
null
2,017
2,021
null
2,021
adopted
89
You are not him
You don't have what it takes; you're not on that level
Gaming
Dismissing player's ability
Denying someone's status/capability
Dismissive comment
R2
Masked dismissal; ties to masculine hierarchy
Recent emergence; from 'he is him' praise
null
"You are not him" [dismissing capability]
Safety
original
none
2022-2023
2022-2023
active
null
2,022
2,022
null
2,022
native
90
This is so cringe
Something is embarrassing or causes secondhand embarrassment
Cross-platform
Embarrassing gameplay or content
Embarrassing behavior
Comment on embarrassing content
R2
Masked mockery; used to shame and bully genuine expression
Long-standing internet term; weaponized against authentic expression
null
"This is so cringe" [shaming genuine expression]
Context
original
none
2010s internet
2019
active
null
2,010
2,019
null
2,020
transformed
91
Bro tried the grimace shake
Reference to viral McDonald's challenge; doing something trending
Video
Referencing viral trends
Trend participation
Trend reference
R0
Neutral meme reference; no harmful connotations
Specific viral trend reference; time-limited relevance
"Bro tried the grimace shake"
null
Evolution
original
none
Jun 2023 (McDonald's Grimace promotion)
Jun 2023
stale
Aug 2023
2,023
2,023
2,023
2,023
native
92
This is a bop
A song or content that is catchy and enjoyable
Video
Game music praise
Music compliment
Video/music praise
R0
Positive expression; music praise
Stable meaning; music-focused
"This song is such a bop"
null
Context
original
none
2010s
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,021
adopted
93
Bro is cloutchasing
Someone is doing things purely for attention or fame
Social Media
Players seeking attention over gameplay
Attention-seeking behavior
Comment on creators chasing trends
R2
Masked accusation; dismisses genuine effort as attention-seeking
Recent emergence; widespread usage
null
"Bro is cloutchasing" [dismissing someone's work]
Context
original
none
2018-2019
2018-2019
active
null
2,018
2,018
null
2,020
adopted
94
Kys
Kill yourself (abbreviation)
Gaming
Toxic gaming comment
Severe harassment
Harmful comment
R1
Direct harm; suicide encouragement; severely harmful
Long-standing harmful abbreviation; remains toxic
null
Any usage is harmful
Safety
original
none
2010s internet
2010s
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,020
adopted
95
L
Loss; failure; taking a defeat
Gaming
Acknowledging defeat
Calling something a failure
Comment on failed content
R2
Masked mockery when directed at others; pile-on language
Gaming origin; now general failure marker
"That was an L for me"
"L" [dismissing/mocking someone's failure]
Context
original
none
2010s gaming
2020
active
null
2,010
2,020
null
2,020
adopted
96
You are a sigma male
Someone who is independently successful, outside traditional hierarchy
Social Media
Lone wolf player praise
Compliment on independence
Sigma grindset content
R3
Evolution-based; tied to manosphere ideology; can promote toxic individualism
From wolf pack myth to internet masculinity culture
Ironic usage
Unironic promotion of sigma grindset ideology
Evolution
original
none
2021 (sigma male meme)
2021
peak_passed
late 2023
2,021
2,021
2,023
2,021
native
97
Bro got clapped
Someone was defeated or embarrassed badly
Gaming
Decisive defeat
Lost badly
Defeat content
R5
Cultural risk variant: in US gaming/internet culture means embarrassed or defeated (mild); in UK street/drill culture means shot or killed (severe); meaning shifts drastically by regional context
US usage: gaming origin, means defeated/embarrassed. UK usage: drill/street slang meaning shot or killed. The cultural gap is extreme — same word ranges from playful trash talk to referencing lethal violence depending on speaker's cultural context
"I got clapped in that round"
"Bro got clapped" [celebrating someone's defeat]
Context
original
none
2010s gaming/AAVE
2010s; UK drill meaning separate
active
null
2,010
2,010
null
2,020
adopted
98
English or Spanish
Homophobic freeze challenge disguised as a language question; "whoever moves first is gay"
TikTok
null
Used as prank/challenge in public; asking the question signals the freeze game is about to start
Viral format from TikToker alfonsopinpon; spawned millions of meme edits and parodies
R1
Direct harm: homophobic freeze challenge where participants must freeze when asked 'English or Spanish?', then the asker performs sexual gestures on anyone who moves; the challenge is inherently homophobic in intent, not incidentally
Started Feb 2024 by TikToker @alfonsopinpon_; went viral May 2024; spawned meme edits with Steve Lacy "Static" song; some users subvert with pride-affirming responses
null
"English or Spanish?" "English" "Whoever moves first is gay" [freeze challenge]
Safety
original
none
Feb 2024 (@alfonsopinpon TikTok)
May 2024
stale
late 2024
2,024
2,024
2,024
2,024
native
99
This is mid
Something is mediocre, average, unremarkable
Cross-platform
Average game quality
Mediocre content
Dismissive comment
R0
Mild criticism; no severe harm
Stable meaning; widespread usage
"This song is mid"
null
Context
original
none
2021-2022
2021-2022
peak_passed
late 2023
2,021
2,021
2,023
2,021
native
100
He is looksmaxxing
Maximizing physical appearance through various methods
Social Media
Character customization
Self-improvement focused on appearance
Looksmaxxing content
R3
Evolution-based; from incel culture; promotes appearance obsession
From incel forums to mainstream; body image concerns
null
Promotes unhealthy appearance obsession
Evolution
original
none
2018 incel forums
2023
peak_passed
late 2024
2,018
2,023
2,024
2,023
adopted