English slang: Reactions
20 slang words with meanings and example sentences.
fireexcellent or very impressiveThat new playlist is fire.Formality: very informal — mainly among younger speakers
betokay, sure, or agreed'Meet at seven?' 'Bet.'Formality: very informal — casual replies to friends
capa lie or exaggerationHe said he ran ten miles, but that's cap.Formality: very informal — mostly online and among younger speakers
saltyannoyed or bitter, often about something smallShe's still salty about losing the game.Formality: informal — fine with friends, avoid in formal writing
shookshocked or deeply surprisedI was shook when I saw the final score.Formality: very informal — playful
extraover the top; doing more than necessaryHiring a band for a small party is a bit extra.Formality: informal — fine with friends, avoid in formal writing
midaverage or disappointingThe movie was honestly pretty mid.Formality: very informal — mildly dismissive
bussin'extremely good, especially foodThis pizza is bussin'.Formality: very informal — slang from social media
lowkey obsessedsecretly or quietly very fond of somethingI'm lowkey obsessed with this new show.Formality: very informal — mainly among younger speakers
litexciting, fun, or full of energyThe concert last night was lit.Formality: informal — fine with friends, avoid in formal writing
sussuspicious or untrustworthyHis excuse sounds kind of sus.Formality: very informal — short for 'suspicious'
receiptsproof, such as screenshots or records, of something said or doneShe came with receipts to prove he'd lied.Formality: informal — common online
clap backto reply sharply to criticismThe singer clapped back at her critics on social media.Formality: informal — fine with friends, avoid in formal writing
glow upa big positive change in appearance or confidenceHer glow up after college was incredible.Formality: informal — fine with friends, avoid in formal writing
big yikesused to show strong embarrassment or disapprovalHe called his teacher 'mom' in front of everyone. Big yikes.Formality: very informal — humorous
say lessI understand and agree; no need to explain more'Dinner is on me.' 'Say less.'Formality: very informal — casual replies
deadassseriously; honestlyDeadass, that was the best trip I've had.Formality: very informal — regional, mainly US
snacksomeone very attractiveEveryone thinks the new barista is a snack.Formality: very informal — playful, can be seen as objectifying
stanto support something or someone enthusiasticallyI totally stan that band.Formality: informal — online fan culture
goatthe greatest of all timeMany people call him the goat of basketball.Formality: informal — acronym GOAT, said as a word
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