1920s
This term refers to something excellent or top-notch
What is the Bee’s Knees?
This four-letter word was the ultimate compliment for something fashionable, impressive, or "hip."
What is Cool?
This adjective was the go-to word for something stylish, high-quality, or generally "cool."
What is Phat?
If something is absolutely disgusting, repulsive, or just plain annoying
What is "Gag me with a spoon”?
This word is used to call out someone who is acting desperate for attention or being a "people pleaser."
What is Simp?
This is what you call a total social blunder, an embarrassing mistake, or a “flop”
What is a Flub
If you find something bothersome or someone is ruining the mood, you might call them this specific type of "drag."
What is a Bummer?
If you are being overly dramatic or acting "extra" for no reason, you are being this
What is Salty?
This adjective was used to describe something excellent, though it literally refers to something that is broken or incorrect.
What is Gnarly?
Originally a 1984 horror movie acronym, this term is now used as a derogatory insult for someone perceived as unattractive and holding regressive or fringe political views.
What is a Chud?
This word describes something that is phony, fake, or a complete swindle
What is Bunk?
To do this was to "get with it" or understand a complex situation perfectly.
What is to Dig it?
This word was used to describe something or someone that was incredibly attractive or "hot."
What is Smokin'?
This two-word phrase was the ultimate way to express total agreement or to say something was "true."
What is "Word up"?
This term refers to a person dedicated to the process of maximizing their physical attractiveness through grooming, fitness, and style.
What is a Looksmaxxer?
This noun refers to nonsense , “baloney “, or empty talk that you shouldn’t believe .
What is Applesauce
Derived from a term for an untidy person, this became the definitive label for the counterculture youth of the late 60s.
What is a Hippie?
To do this is to completely ignore someone or cut them out of your life, usually by not responding to their texts
What is to Ghost?
This verb means to boast or show off your accomplishments or possessions in a confident way.
What is to Flex?
This adjective is used to describe someone who is in deep trouble, has failed a task, or is completely exhausted
What is Cooked?
To do this is to leave a place in a massive hurry, usually to avoid getting caught.
What is to Scram?
If you are told to "keep on" doing this, it means you should continue persevere through your struggles.
What is Truckin?
This phrase was the ultimate way to tell someone to calm down or stop being so intense.
What is "Take a chill pill"?
This word is used to express agreement or confirmation, similar to saying "for sure" or "okay."
What is Bet?
To do this is to obsessively praise or "over-compliment" someone, often to a point that seems fake or annoying.
What is Glazing?