Slang Glossary
Your comprehensive dictionary of Millennials slang, internet terminology, and viral phrases. Decode the language of digital culture and stay fluent in the latest expressions.
aged filter
A popular TikTok filter visualizing what users might look like when older, often used with humor or self-reflection by millennials.
bussin drip
A compliment for something extremely stylish or tasty, combining 'bussin' (amazing) and 'drip' (fashionable style).
bussin
A slang term used to express that something is really good or delicious.
Cheugy
A slang term describing outdated or overused millennial trends that Gen Z finds cringe-worthy.
drip
Stylish clothing or fashionable look; having an impressive sense of style or swag.
elder millenial
A term describing the older cohort of millennials, typically those born in the early 1980s to mid-1980s, with a mix of nostalgia and humor about aging.
Elder Millennial
A label for older millennials (roughly late 30s to early 40s) that highlights different life stages and cultural references than younger millennials.
frenchtuck
A trendy fashion technique used by millennials involving tucking in a shirt slightly for a casual chic look.
let me clear my throat
A dramatic phrase popularized on TikTok used to introduce a statement often with humorous or ironic undertones.
lilwaynechallenge
A viral TikTok challenge where participants lip-sync or perform to Lil Wayne's iconic songs or sounds.
LOL
A classic millennial texting abbreviation standing for 'Laugh Out Loud', often used to express laughter or lighten a message.
millennial core
Aesthetic and cultural trends reflecting stereotypical millennial interests and nostalgia, often showcased in TikTok videos.
Millennial Mom
A sub-community of millennial creators focusing on parenting humor, mom-hacks, OOTD and relatable family life content.
Millennial Pause
A short, deliberate pause before speaking (often while smiling or gathering thoughts) that became an identifiable speech tic associated with millennial creators.
Millennial Rant
Short, punchy monologue videos where creators 'clear their throat' and deliver comedic or blunt takes about aging, trends, and parenting.
Millennial
A generational identity for people born roughly between 1981 and 1996; on TikTok it's used as a cultural shorthand for nostalgia, parenting jokes, lifestyle hacks, and ironic humility.
Millennialcore
An aesthetic mashup of Y2K/90s nostalgia, mom-era staples (ankle booties, skinny jeans, Spanx-as-pants) and ironic wellness - marketed as a generational style signifier.
millennialmom
A lifestyle identity and content trend focusing on motherhood experiences unique to millennial moms.
Millennials Belike
A relatable slang phrase mocking or celebrating typical millennial behavior and life experiences often seen in humorous TikTok skits.
millennialsbelike
A humorous way to showcase or mimic typical millennial behaviors and stereotypes.
millennialsoftiktok
A hashtag and online community celebrating and sharing content about millennial culture and trends on TikTok.
momhumor
Humorous content or jokes specifically about the challenges and realities of millennial motherhood.
over30club
A celebratory slang term for millennials embracing their 30s with pride and positivity.