2 definitions by zorakblinks
Downgrades disguised as security patches and bug fixes to electronics and computer software. Not to be confused with upgrades, which traditionally were supposed to enhance a software product's user experience.
"I lost more control of my computer after the latest automatic updates."
"My smartphone app took features and functions away! And now, they want me to pay for the subscription gimmick or pro versions after the latest updates."
"My smartphone app took features and functions away! And now, they want me to pay for the subscription gimmick or pro versions after the latest updates."
by zorakblinks July 19, 2021
An easily abused buzzword that can be bounced back and forth by irresponsible or otherwise immature people use to deflect blame and accountability. Better off removed from the dictionary for the sake of a functioning society.
Person A: This wouldn't have happened if you didn't quit your job
Person B: How dare you! That's gaslighting! This wouldn't have happened if you didn't quit YOUR job!
Person B: How dare you! That's gaslighting! This wouldn't have happened if you didn't quit YOUR job!
by zorakblinks July 14, 2022