Boomer
An internet term used to describe older people, especially when they don’t understand modern internet language, trends, or technology.
Brainrot
Mental exhaustion caused by consuming too much meaningless, repetitive, or toxic online content—often to the point of feeling numb or unfocused.
Catfishing
When someone fakes their identity online to deceive others. For example, they send fake photos and pretend to be someone else to start a romantic relationship.
Cancel Culture
The practice of publicly calling out and boycotting someone for behavior or opinions considered offensive. It can be a way to hold someone accountable—but often turns into mass shaming and social exclusion.
Clickbait
A headline or thumbnail designed to provoke curiosity or outrage and get clicks. It’s often misleading or based on fake news.
Chronically Online
Describes a person who spends so much time online that they lose touch with real-world social norms, communication, and empathy.
Delulu
A shortened form of “delusional.” Refers to someone who chooses to believe in something completely unrealistic, often ignoring the facts.
Doomscrolling
Endlessly scrolling through apps and consuming large amounts of content with no specific goal—often fueled by anxiety or boredom.
Finsta
A private or secret Instagram account that teens use to post risky or unfiltered content, often hidden from parents or their main followers.
Flexing
Showing off wealth, looks, or status online—through flashy outfits, travel photos, or luxury items that others might not have access to.
POV (Point of View)
Short for “Point of View.” Used in social media content to simulate the viewer experiencing something from the creator’s perspective.
Main Character Syndrome
A mindset where someone sees themselves as the “main character” in life—overdramatizing situations and believing everything revolves around them.
Mid
Short for “middle.” A slang term used to describe something that’s average or overhyped but underwhelming.
Noob
A playful or mocking term for someone who’s new to something and doesn’t know how it works—originates from “newbie.”
NPC (Non-Playable Character)
A term from video games used to describe people who act robotically, lack opinions, or follow the crowd—often used as an insult.
Thirst Trap
A photo or post—often provocative or suggestive—intentionally shared to get likes, comments, or attention.
Trolling
Deliberately provoking or upsetting others online to get a reaction. Trolls post offensive, sarcastic, or confusing comments and thrive on attention.
