English Slang about Judgment
Clarify your judgments with English slang and expressions used for praise, criticism, and stating opinions.
9 topics
177 words
Hype & Praise24 words
- bussin'adjectiveextremely good, excellent, or highly enjoyable
- whoopedadjectiveperfect, flawless, or immaculately done
- ten out of tenphraseused to describe something perfect, flawless, or highly impressive
- to [kill] itphraseto excel at doing something
- gucciadjectivehigh quality, stylish, or excellent
- Roman Empirenouna person, event, or idea that fascinates or occupies someone's thoughts frequently, often unexpectedly or obsessively
- gas upverbto praise, hype, or boost someone's confidence
- sheeshinterjectionused to express admiration or praise for someone performing impressively
- it's giving {sth|}sentenceused to express that something conveys a specific attitude, feeling, or impression
- sickadjectiveexceptionally good or impressive
- fierceadjectiveshowing bold confidence or an assertive style
- gnarlyadjectivehaving an excellent quality
- legitadjectiveauthentic, real, credible, or genuinely good
- mellowadjectivepleasant, excellent, or highly enjoyable
- wiginterjectionused to express amazement, admiration, or excitement
- dopeadjectiveextremely impressive or exciting
- dankadjectiveextremely impressive or enjoyable; often used for content, ideas, or trends that stand out
- aceverbto perform extremely well in something, especially a test
- bombadjectiveused to describe something that is the best, exceptional, or impressive
- fireadjectiveextremely stylish, impressive, or high quality; used to show strong approval
- gasadjectivehighly enjoyable, entertaining, or excellent
- glazeverbto excessively hype, praise, or compliment someone, often to the point of annoyance
- cash moneyadjectiveexcellent, impressive, or of high quality
- honey badgernouna person who shows boldness, fearlessness, or indifference to others' opinions
Degree & Intensification17 words
- hellaadverbvery, extremely, or a lot of; used to intensify an adjective or quantity
- off the chartsphraseexceptionally high, impressive, or beyond normal expectations
- through the roofadverbexceptionally high in quantity, intensity, or degree
- wall-to-walladjectivecompletely filled or saturated
- totesadverbcompletely or absolutely
- pants-on-headadverbused to emphasize a mental state as extreme, ridiculous, or intense
- truckloadnouna very large number or quantity of something
- high-keyadverbopenly, obviously, or without trying to hide
- low-keyadverbquietly, subtly, or modestly
- smidgennouna very small amount of something
- once in a blue moonphraseused for saying that something can only happen on very rare occasions
- no shotphraseno chance or possibility
- madadverbwith extreme intensity or enthusiasm
- gripnouna large amount or quantity of something
- stacknouna large amount of something, often money or objects
- big timeadverbto a great extent; very much or severely
- straight upadverbto the utmost degree
Affirmations15 words
- factsinterjectionused to emphasize that something is undeniably true or impressive
- say lessinterjectionused to express understanding and agreement, indicating that no further explanation is needed
- ONGinterjectionused to strongly affirm, swear, or agree with a statement
- big moodinterjectionused to express strong agreement, relatability, or approval of a feeling, vibe, or situation
- slayinterjectionused to praise someone for doing something exceptionally well
- fashoadverbused to indicate agreement or affirmation
- that's what I'm talking aboutinterjectionused to express approval, excitement, or enthusiastic agreement with something
- true thatinterjectionused to express agreement or affirmation with something that has been said
- yasinterjectiona celebratory or enthusiastic way to express excitement, approval, or delight
- to [pass] the vibe checkphraseto display a personality, attitude, or energy that is considered acceptable, likable, or cool
- to [be] with {sb}phraseto support someone or agree with them
- betinterjectionused to express agreement, affirmation, or approval
- wordinterjectionused to convey agreement, affirmation, or acknowledgment
- moodinterjectionused to express strong identification with or agreement with a feeling, vibe, or expression
- wayinterjectionused in response to "no way" to indicate that something is true, possible, or can happen
Personal Insults18 words
- wannabenouna person who tries to be like someone else or adopts a style, status, or identity they are not
- pervnounsomeone whose sexual behavior or interests are seen as inappropriate or creepy
- creepnouna person whose behavior is disturbing or makes others uncomfortable
- failsonnounan underachieving son of a wealthy or prominent family, seen as living off privilege without success
- dayroomnounsomeone who switches behavior or can't be trusted
- scummyadjectiveextremely unpleasant, vile, or morally repugnant in character or behavior
- simpnouna man excessively submissive, deferential, or eager to please women, often to his own detriment
- mulletnounany silvery fish of the ray-finned family that forms shoals and is commercially important as food
- brown nosernouna person who seeks favor through excessive flattery or servile behavior
- sick burnnouna sharp, clever, or cutting insult
- dissverbto insult, disrespect, or criticize someone
- red pilledadjectiveawakened to a supposed truth or reality, often used in right-wing or anti-mainstream contexts
- blue pilledadjectiveunaware or accepting of mainstream narratives; metaphorically "still in the matrix"
- toolnouna person who is easily manipulated or used, often due to low intelligence or self-esteem
- bumnouna person regarded as despicable, lazy, or worthless
- snowflakenouna person regarded as overly sensitive, fragile, or easily offended
- plasticadjectivenot seeming real, natural, or genuine
- chickennounsomeone who lacks confidence and struggles to make firm decisions
Behavior Insults23 words
- crybabynouna person who complains excessively or cries easily, seen as weak or immature
- armchair CEOnounsomeone who gives advice or critiques on business, management, or leadership without real experience or authority
- cringenouncontent, actions, or behavior that causes secondhand embarrassment or discomfort
- tryhardnounsomeone who overexerts to impress others, often appearing desperate or awkward
- drama queennouna person who overreacts or exaggerates emotions, often creating unnecessary drama
- clingyadjective(of a person) overly dependent on someone else, often seeking constant attention, affection, or reassurance
- dry texternounsomeone who sends brief, unenthusiastic, or boring text messages
- gaslighternouna person who manipulates others by denying their perception, feelings, or reality
- haternounsomeone who criticizes, insults, or expresses negativity toward others out of jealousy, resentment, or spite
- edgelordnouna person who tries excessively hard to be provocative, dark, or shocking for attention
- doomernouna pessimistic or depressive person who expects the worst in life
- look-at-meadjectiveroutinely seeking attention through ostentatious, provocative, or inappropriate behavior
- [take] a seatinterjectiona sarcastic or dismissive remark telling someone to calm down, stop talking, or acknowledge they are out of line
- weird flex, but OKinterjectionused to acknowledge someone's brag or achievement that is unusual, trivial, or unimpressive, often sarcastically
- ratchetadjectivetrashy, loud, or disorderly in behavior or style; sometimes embraced positively
- joblessadjectivehaving nothing better to do, wasting time on trivial or petty matters
- extraadjectiveover the top, excessive, or dramatic in behavior, style, or emotions
- messyadjectivedrama-prone, gossiping, or habitually involved in conflicts or trouble
- toxicadjectiveharmful, damaging, or unhealthy in behavior, attitude, or relationships
- snakenouna person treacherous, deceitful, or willing to betray others
- shadyadjectivehaving a suspicious or dishonest quality
- flakyadjective(of a person) unreliable, indecisive, or inconsistent in behavior
- whateverinterjectionused to express dismissal, indifference, or a lack of interest in the topic being discussed
Judgments & Critiques17 words
- cornyadjectiveoverly sentimental, outdated, or trying too hard to be funny or clever
- stankyadjectivesmelly or unpleasant in odor
- sketchyadjectivelow-quality, unreliable, or suspiciously done
- wackadjectivebad, low-quality, or uncool
- snoozeworthyadjectiveextremely boring or uninteresting
- snoreworthyadjectiveextremely boring or dull
- uncooladjectivenot fashionable, popular, or socially acceptable
- copiumnouna supposed substance that helps someone deal with failure, loss, or disappointment
- susadjectivesuspicious, questionable, or likely untrustworthy
- hot takenouna strongly stated, often controversial opinion on a current event or popular topic
- bad rapnoununfair criticism or blame
- cheesyadjectiveoverdramatic, clichéd, or excessively sentimental
- midadjectivemediocre, average, or unimpressive
- dryadjectivelacking excitement or stimulation
- weakadjectivebad, uncool, or disappointing
- suckverbto be extremely bad, disappointing, or unpleasant in some way
- copenounexcuses or rationalizations someone makes to avoid facing reality, often used dismissively
Internet Callouts15 words
- maldverbto overreact with anger or frustration, often humorously
- ratioverbto receive significantly more replies or quote tweets than likes on a post, indicating public disagreement or criticism
- glowienounsomeone suspected of being a government agent, informant, or undercover operative in online spaces
- clout chasernouna person who seeks attention, influence, or popularity by associating with trends, celebrities, or influencers
- keyboard warriornouna person who behaves aggressively or argues online but avoids confrontation in real life
- KYSsentencea hostile or insulting message typically sent online
- bandwagonnouna popular trend or movement that people join mainly because it is fashionable
- reply guynouna user, usually male, who constantly replies to posts in a cringy, unwanted, or condescending way
- to [touch] grassphraseto take a break from online activity or drama, especially when overly absorbed in social media or internet arguments
- derpinterjectionused to indicate a foolish, silly, or clueless action or moment
- derpyadjectivesilly, goofy, or awkward in a funny way
- non-player characternouna person perceived as lacking independent thought or originality
- trollnoun(computing) someone who posts hostile, irrelevant, or offensive comments on a website or social media to annoy others
- botnouna person who behaves in a scripted, dull, or unoriginal way, like an automated program
- catfishnouna person who creates a fake online identity to deceive others, often in dating or social media contexts
Reaction & Exaggeration25 words
- I can't eveninterjectionan expression used when someone is overwhelmed, shocked, or unable to articulate their feelings
- gaggedadjectiveextremely shocked, stunned, or impressed, often in a dramatic or fabulous way
- wildverbto behave in a wild, extreme, or unexpected way; used in the progressive form
- can't evenverbto be unable to express one's reaction to an overwhelming, shocking, or hilarious situation
- here for itphraseexpressing approval of, support for, or eagerness to witness or experience something
- RIP meinterjectionused to react to something overwhelming, embarrassing, or hilarious
- bomboclatinterjectionused as a reaction to something shocking, weird, or excellent
- to [give] me lifephraseto provide excitement, joy, or energy; used when something or someone is uplifting or inspiring
- shots firedinterjectionused to indicate that a statement or action is intentionally derisive, critical, or combative
- big yikesinterjectionused to express embarrassment, cringe, or discomfort, often in reaction to an awkward or offensive comment
- bummernouna situation or event that causes disappointment or frustration
- woointerjectionused to express joy, excitement, or celebration
- yeetinterjectionused to express excitement, approval, or general positive energy
- and I oopinterjectionused to react to sudden surprise, embarrassment, or something unexpected and funny
- oofinterjectionused to express discomfort, surprise, dismay, or sympathy for someone else's misfortune
- mehinterjectionused to express indifference, lack of interest, or mild disapproval
- dunzointerjectionfinished, over, or completely done
- periodtinterjectionused to emphasize a statement, signaling the end of discussion or debate
- you're telling meinterjectionused to show strong agreement with a statement, often implying the speaker already experienced or knew it
- obsessedadjectiveextremely enthusiastic, impressed, or in awe of someone or something
- sendverbto excite, delight, or overwhelm someone, often by making them laugh or react strongly
- cryverbto react to something extremely funny, absurd, or moving; used in the progressive form
- deadadjectiveoverwhelmed with laughter, shock, or disbelief
- deceasedadjectivecompletely overwhelmed with laughter, surprise, or admiration
- mic dropnouna dramatic ending to a statement, performance, or action, signaling confidence or finality
Sarcasm & Irony23 words
- stunning and braveinterjectionused sarcastically to mock something unremarkable, exaggeratedly praising it as if it were impressive
- bold of you to assumesentenceused a sarcastic response when someone oversteps, misjudges, or makes an unwarranted assumption
- sure, Janinterjectionused sarcastically to indicate disbelief or doubt in response to an exaggerated or untrue statement
- only in Ohiointerjectionused ironically to highlight strange, absurd, or unexpected behavior or events
- OK, boomerinterjectionused to dismiss or mock attitudes considered outdated or stereotypically associated with the Baby Boomer generation
- if you know, you knowsentenceused to indicate that a statement or reference is an inside joke or understood only by a certain group
- to [embrace] the suckphraseto accept and endure unpleasant, difficult, or uncomfortable circumstances
- funny thatsentenceused to make a mildly ironic or sarcastic remark in response to something unexpected or noteworthy
- new phone, who dissentencea playful or snarky response used to pretend not to recognize someone who is texting
- snarkasmnouna witty, cutting, or ironic remark intended to mock or amuse
- nothingburgernounsomething that is insignificant, unimportant, or less consequential than expected
- to [suck] it upphraseto endure an unpleasant situation, pain, or difficulty without complaining
- sorry, not sorryinterjectionused sarcastically to indicate a lack of remorse for something said or done
- thanks for coming to my TED Talksentenceused sarcastically or self-deprecatingly after giving a long, often opinionated or preachy explanation
- you can't fix stupidsentenceused sarcastically to suggest that some people's foolishness or poor judgment cannot be remedied
- you snooze, you losesentenceused to emphasize the importance of staying cautious and alert, so as not to miss any opportunities
- in the big {num}phraseused to refer sarcastically to the present year, often to highlight something outdated or absurd
- can you notinterjectionused to express annoyance or frustration and tell someone to stop doing something irritating
- adultingnounthe act of performing tasks or responsibilities typically associated with being a responsible adult
- psychinterjectionused to indicate that one has deceived or tricked someone, often in a playful or mocking manner
- as ifinterjectionused to express disbelief, skepticism, or mockery of a statement or idea
- toughinterjectionused to dismiss someone's complaints or objections, showing indifference to their difficulties
- funnynounhumor or something intended to be amusing, often used ironically