5 Trendiest Gen Z Slangs of 2024

"Demure" symbolizes modest, graceful fashion. It went viral on TikTok and earned Word of the Year recognition for redefining elegance in 2024.

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This term highlights mental exhaustion from consuming trivial content online. Its relevance to digital life made it Oxford University Press’s Word of the Year.

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"Girl math" humorously explains spending justifications, like seeing discounts as savings or returns as free money, offering a playful twist on financial logic.

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Describes those exuding confidence, treating daily life like a movie starring them. It’s about romanticizing the ordinary and embracing self-assured charm.

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A playful, affectionate term for someone special, or used humorously to call out dramatic or unserious behavior in a lighthearted manner.

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Inspired by icons like Taylor Swift, "era" captures life’s distinct phases or transformations, celebrating personal growth and defining unique periods.

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