2020
Spending a long time online, often late at night, going through news and social media feeds.
Doomscroll
When someone suddenly stops all communication without explanation.
Ghosting
The ability or skill to attract someone romantically
Rizz
Embarrassing or awkward behaviour or thing.
Cringe
Viral nonsense/gibberish word.
Skibidi
Chatting excessively.
Yap
Something that’s mediocre, average, or underwhelming.
Mid
Showing off, bragging about something.
Flexing
When you’re so immersed in low-quality/obsessive content your brain feels mushy.
Brain rot
Affirmative reply: “I agree / you’re on”.
Bet
Did something extremely well.
Ate
The practice of psychologically manipulating someone into questioning their own sanity, memory, or powers of reasoning.
Gaslighting
An informal assessment of the mood, energy, or authenticity of a person, place, or situation.
Vibe check
I'm not lying!
No cap
Stylish outfit or accessory
Drip
Do something extremely well or look amazing.
Slay
Term of endearment: someone you find adorable or special.
Pookie
To give someone a look of judgment or suspicion.
Side eye
Someone who does way too much for someone they like (especially when not reciprocated).
Simp
Modest, somewhat hidden; or “kind of but trying not to show it”.
Low-key
Short for delusional (playfully) about one’s beliefs or expectations.
Delulu
Someone who behaves unoriginally or passively.
NPC
A quirky, eccentric, or slightly odd trait in a romantic partner that is neither good nor bad, but makes you pause and think.
Beige flag
To focus intently on achieving a goal.
Lock in
A person (typically white woman in memes) perceived as entitled or demanding beyond what’s fair.
Karen
GOAT
Greatest Of All Time
A meme/slang for quirky logic some people use to justify spending or behaviour.
Girl math
Acting like the protagonist of one’s life.
Main character energy
A respected woman or icon
Mother
Used as a friendly way of talking to someone, especially a male friend, or expressing friendly surprise, disagreement, etc.
Bruh