New words and their meanings
Here are some new words and their meanings:
- Gigil (noun): A Filipino term that refers to the feeling of excitement or thrill, often used to describe a strong desire or enthusiasm for something.
Example: "I'm feeling gigil for the concert tonight!"
- Vaxxer (noun): A person who has been vaccinated against a particular disease, often used to describe someone who has received the COVID-19 vaccine.
Example: "I'm a vaxxer now, so I can travel safely again!"
- Slay (verb): To excel or dominate at something, often used to describe someone who is exceptionally good at a particular activity or skill.
Example: "She slayed her presentation and got a promotion!"
- Savage (noun): A person who is brutally honest or tactless, often used to describe someone who speaks their mind without regard for others' feelings.
Example: "He's such a savage for saying that in front of everyone!"
- Lowkey (adverb): Secretly or quietly, often used to describe something that is not publicly acknowledged or discussed.
Example: "I'm lowkey excited for the surprise party tonight!"
- Highkey (adverb): Openly or publicly, often used to describe something that is widely known or discussed.
Example: "I'm highkey tired of this drama and want it to end already!"
- Simp (noun): A person who is overly enthusiastic or obsessed with someone or something, often used to describe someone who is a fan of a particular celebrity or brand.
Example: "He's such a simp for that K-pop group!"
- Tea (noun): Gossip or juicy information, often used to describe something that is not publicly known or discussed.
Example: "What's the tea on the latest celebrity scandal?"
- No cap (phrase): No lie or no exaggeration, often used to emphasize the truth or authenticity of something.
Example: "I'm not joking, I really did win the lottery – no cap!"
- Yaaas (interjection): An expression of strong approval or excitement, often used to describe something that is pleasing or impressive.
Example: "Yaaas, I love that new song!"
These words are just a few examples of the many new words and phrases that are being added to the English language.