What does Highkey mean?

adverb · pronounced “HY-kee” #30 trending · score 70

'Openly' or 'obviously' — the opposite of lowkey.

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Meaning

The opposite of 'lowkey' — openly, obviously, or to a strong degree.

Simple Explanation

It means 'very' or 'openly' — the opposite of lowkey, used when you're not hiding how you feel.

Origin

Formed as a direct counterpart to 'lowkey' in the same 2010s slang wave.

Examples

  • “I'm highkey obsessed with this song.”
  • “That was highkey embarrassing.”
  • “She's highkey the smartest person in class.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does "Highkey" mean?

The opposite of 'lowkey' — openly, obviously, or to a strong degree.

Where does "Highkey" come from?

Formed as a direct counterpart to 'lowkey' in the same 2010s slang wave.

How do you use "Highkey" in a sentence?

I'm highkey obsessed with this song.