Modern Slang
Basic- Unoriginal or generic, mostly in style or lifestyle choices.
Bet- A term to show agreement or acceptance.
Bussin'- Used to describe something good, usually food that's delicious.
Chill- Easy going, laidback, or calm.
Cappin' or Cap- Said when someone is lying or embellishing.
Cring- Embarrassing.
Deadass- Serious.
Delulu- Delusional.
Dope- Used to describe something cool.
Extra- Something excessive or unneeded. Mostly used to describe excessive or over-the-top behavior.
Fit- An outfit.
Fit Check- Reviewing or seeing someone's outfit.
Flex- Showing off.
Glow Up- A positive transformation.
Ghosting- When someone leaves a relationship with no communication.
You Gucci?- Is everything all good?
Hot Take- A controversial point-of-view.
Ick- "He gives me the ick," means a person has an undesirable trait that makes no longer makes them attractive.
Lit- Used to describe something awesome or exciting.
Low Key- Means "kind of" or "somewhat."
Mid- Average or subpar.
No Cap- Said when someone isn't lying or embellishing.
Noob- A new or inexperienced person.
Opps- Opponent, opposition, or opposing force.
Rizz- To charm or flirt.
Say Less- I understand. No need to say more.
Slaps- Used to describe something that's excellent or awesome.
Slays- Said when something is good or impressive.
Sigma- 1) Used in dating culture to describe a quiet, rebellious, lone wolf male. 2) Kids say, "What the sigma? which means nothing. 3) Used to describe someone (or something) unique, different, and/or original.
Sus- Suspicious.
Tea- Fresh gossip.
Throwing Shade- Hurling insults.
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