Gen Z Slang Dictionary
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Rizz
noun
Charisma or skill in flirting/attracting others.
Sigma
noun / adjective
An independent 'lone wolf' who doesn't need social approval.
Delulu
adjective
Playfully delusional, especially about a crush or ambition.
Skibidi
adjective / interjection
A nonsense hype word from the 'Skibidi Toilet' meme series, used for chaotic emphasis.
No Cap
phrase
'No lie' / 'for real' — used to stress honesty.
Aura
noun
A tracked, game-like measure of someone's 'cool factor' or presence.
Gyatt
interjection
An exclamation of shock or attraction, from 'goddamn.'
Cap
noun / verb
A lie or exaggeration; to lie.
Bussin
adjective
Really good, especially food.
Mid
adjective
Mediocre or underwhelming.
Based
adjective
Confidently authentic or unapologetically yourself; a compliment for having a strong, honest opinion.
Cooked
adjective
In serious trouble or completely defeated.
Ohio
adjective (proper noun used adjectivally)
Shorthand for something weird, chaotic, or 'cursed.'
NPC
noun
Someone who seems to lack independent thought, like a background video-game character.
Ratio
verb / noun
When a reply outperforms the original post, signaling the original was a bad take.
Fr Fr
phrase
'For real, for real' — used to stress sincerity.
Slay
verb
To do something excellently or look amazing.
Sus
adjective
Suspicious or shady.
Vibe Check
noun phrase
An informal check of someone's mood or energy.
Glow Up
noun
A dramatic positive transformation, especially in appearance.
Main Character
noun phrase
Living confidently as if you're the protagonist of your own story.
Bet
interjection
'Okay' / 'sure' / 'it's on' — an affirmative agreement.
Lowkey
adverb
'Somewhat' or 'secretly' — used to soften a statement.
Highkey
adverb
'Openly' or 'obviously' — the opposite of lowkey.