Slang
Used to describe something as fun, exciting, or highly enjoyable
Lit
Beginning in the Eastern Hemisphere in late 2019, this quickly spread to the rest of the world by the beginning of 2020
COVID-19 Pandemic
An idea, behavior, or style that spreads by means of imitation from person to person within a culture and often carries symbolic meaning representing a particular phenomenon or theme
Meme
Released in 2007, this product changed the cellular market. As of now this products holds nearly 50% of the US cellular market
Iphone
Rose to prominence in her role on HSMTMTS, this actress debuted her first album in the 2020s
Olivia Rodrigo
Significantly used in 2020, this word was used to describe someone who acts in a questionable manner
Sus
This invention first appeared in 2008-9 and is the first decentralized digital currency
Bitcoin
During 2020 and parts of 2021, students that graduated during this time say they got their degree from this institution
Zoom University
These apps are the top 3 apps used by Gen Z
Youtube, Instagram, and TikTok
Born as Isis Naija Gaston, this rapper has collaborated with major artists such as Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj
Ice Spice
To be an extremely devoted and enthusiastic fan of someone or something
Stan
Began offering this service in 2007, this service began to overtake how people watched and consumed TV shows and movies
Streaming Services i.e. Netflix, Hulu, Disney, etc...
One of the more notable #challenges this particular one was done to raise awareness for Lou Gehrig's disease
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Most commonly used app of 2020 by schools and businesses
Zoom
A climate activist who has become a household name for her efforts to raise awareness about the urgent need for action on climate change
Greta Thunberg
Give one space to proceed uninterrupted (especially when saying or doing something provocative) in hope that the result might be entertaining, if not agreeable
Let him cook
A cultural phenomenon in which the global popularity of South Korean culture has risen
Korean Wave/Hallyu
Release in 2021, this foreign show was the most-watched TV series of the year and impacted Western pop culture, and prompted many recreations of the program
Squid Games
Better known as the console wars these two companies have repeatedly clashed to see who can release the better gaming console
Microsoft & Sony
Influencers
To check one's personality or attitude.
Vibe Check
Influenced by the 2018 Parkland shooting, these Gen Z students began a movement to protest the laws and regulations involving guns
March for Our Lives
A 2017 craze started by the show Rick and Morty, this show made a reference to a chicken nugget dipping sauce that was tied into the 1998 Mulan Movie. This prompted McDonalds to bring it back for a limited time.
Szechuan sauce
First appearing in 2020, this Chinese game has become widely recognized in the digital community. This game is known for its open world and action role-playing.
Genshin Impact
A famous Youtuber best known for his challenges and giveaways
Mr. Beast