WordStudyModern Slang — B1 level
23 expressions of level B1 (Intermediate) from the “Modern Slang” collection. Each one has a short definition in simple English; tap one to open its dictionary page.
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| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| ghosting | when someone stops talking to you without saying why |
| touch grass | stop using your phone and go outside |
| stan | to be a very big fan of someone famous |
| go viral | to become very popular on the internet very fast |
| troll | to post annoying comments online on purpose to upset people |
| slay | to do something extremely well and impressively |
| understood the assignment | did exactly what was needed, very well |
| based | feeling confident and true to your own opinions |
| drip | stylish and fashionable clothes someone is wearing |
| vibe | the feeling or mood of a place or person |
| cringe | so awkward that it makes you feel embarrassed for someone |
| sus | seeming not honest or true, making you feel doubt |
| toxic | having a harmful effect on other people, especially in relationships |
| red flag | a sign that something is wrong in a relationship |
| era | a period of time in someone's life with its own style |
| glow up | to become much better looking and more successful |
| vibe check | a quick check of the general mood in a group |
| boundaries | personal limits you set for how others treat you |
| lowkey | a little bit, or in a way that is not very strong |
| highkey | very much and in a way that is clear to everyone |
| lit | very exciting and full of energy |
| side hustle | extra work you do besides your main job for money |
| big yikes | said when something is very embarrassing and hard to watch |
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