The 🤪 emoji represents a person who is extremely silly or goofy. It was introduced in 2017 and is particularly popular among Gen Z. The emoji features asymmetrical crossed eyes and a protruding tongue
AI-generated teens are images created using machine learning algorithms. AI avatars offer customizable details like hair color and ethnicity. AI creates talking photos of teens and other age groups
"Sigma" means someone who's cool and different. Term was coined by Vox Day in 2010. Sigma males are equals who play their own rules while dominating
Thumbs up expresses approval in US and Europe, considered insult in many Asian countries. Peace sign indicates unity and peace, meaning changed from victory sign in 1960s. OK sign means "okay" in English-speaking world, used in Buddhism and as hate gesture. Shaka sign means "right on" in Hawaiian culture, expressing gratitude
TikTok trends can be sounds, dances, looks, characters, or challenges. Trends are categorized into nano (short-term), micro (long-term), and macro (long-term) types. Early trend participation can lead to millions of views and fame
Term first appeared in Thoreau's 1854 book Walden about declining intellectual standards. Refers to low-quality internet content and its supposed negative effects. Named Oxford Word of the Year 2024