by Sillydisneyluvr December 27, 2019
Younger generations like Gen Z and Millenials have given up trying to explain to older generations (usually Baby Boomers) that we are not all lazy, entitled, uneducated and sensitive as there is absolutely nothing you can do to change their opinion. “Ok Boomer” was created as an easy way out of a conversation instead of of explaining something they won’t listen to over and over again.
Boomers also now believe that this term is a “slur” and equivalent to the n-word. Which it is not.
Boomers also now believe that this term is a “slur” and equivalent to the n-word. Which it is not.
Boomers: these younger generations are so depended on technology. They’re so lazy and too sensitive!!! Back in MY day things were so much better.
Millenials/Gen Z: ok boomer.
Boomers: AHHHHH!!!! THAT IS EXTREMELY DISRESPECTFUL AND OFFENSIVE!!! HOW DARE YOU!!!
Millenials/Gen Z: ok boomer.
Boomers: AHHHHH!!!! THAT IS EXTREMELY DISRESPECTFUL AND OFFENSIVE!!! HOW DARE YOU!!!
by donate to team trees :) November 5, 2019
Incorrect usage: The word of choice by edgelords to say non-stop thinking there funny.
Correct usage: Used in moderation for calling out true stupidity.
Correct usage: Used in moderation for calling out true stupidity.
by SomeRetard101 November 25, 2019
An Ad hominem catch line used by younger people to end an argument with an older person. Its no different from calling someone a bigot for supporting conservative policies. Sure boomers are wrong about alot of things. But this fallacious tactic doesn't make millenials or gen z kids any better. Nor intelligent.
Saying ok boomer doesnt make you smart or win the argument. It makes you look lazy. Shit like this is why boomers think we are lazy.
by Uncle_Mico November 20, 2019
by Uncle Roger December 26, 2019
A word some ignorant, emotionally undisciplined, arrogant young people use to dismiss valid, logical evidence-supported points made by someone a bit older than them.
22 year old: "Capitalism is bullshit, it's a system where billionaires live in luxury off the hard work of workers who get paid slave wages. It's time to get rid of the obscenely wealthy 1% and spread their wealth to the hard working people! Socialism is the answer!
32 year old: "Billionaires typically don't steal their wealth (except maybe for Russian oligarchs), billionaires like Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk got rich by giving people what they wanted. They started huge companies that created thousands of jobs and improved technology for the masses. They earned their money by offering millions of people products and services (and jobs), and the people voluntarily accepted. There was no robbery taking place, which is what you're advocating: robbing the rich and giving to the poor."
22 year old: "ok boomer" (in other words, I have no rational response to what you said so I'll just draw draw attention to the fact that you're older than me. I don't know how age is relevant but I don't want to admit that you're right because my tender delicate little ego won't permit it. )
32 year old: "Billionaires typically don't steal their wealth (except maybe for Russian oligarchs), billionaires like Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk got rich by giving people what they wanted. They started huge companies that created thousands of jobs and improved technology for the masses. They earned their money by offering millions of people products and services (and jobs), and the people voluntarily accepted. There was no robbery taking place, which is what you're advocating: robbing the rich and giving to the poor."
22 year old: "ok boomer" (in other words, I have no rational response to what you said so I'll just draw draw attention to the fact that you're older than me. I don't know how age is relevant but I don't want to admit that you're right because my tender delicate little ego won't permit it. )
by The Average Deviant November 8, 2019
A response when you don’t have the time or energy to correct or explain something to someone older. Often times older people are more entrenched in their views and experiences that explaining something falls on deaf ears (no pun intended). Hence a lot of conversation about things like the environment, (work place etiquette, gender equality, intermittent fasting, what’s considered hate speech and what’s socially acceptable, the hiring process, etc) leads nowhere. So save yourself the headache and yelling by saying “ok, boomer” and leave. It’s important to note that as Gen X ages (generation after boomers), it can apply to them as well. It’s basically what you say when explaining/debating a topic isn’t worth the effort anymore.
Boomer giving advice: "Just call/go in and ask if they're hiring!"
Someone looking for a real job: “you can’t, you have to submit your resumé online first or they’ll turn you away at the door”
Boomer giving advice: “We used to just walk in and ask to see the hiring manager, go try that!”
Someone looking for a real job: “...ok, boomer”
Or
Clueless boomer: “I don’t see why Jews are so pissed off about a few cartoons poking fun at them or that parade in Aalst (Belgium) where people wear some silly costumes?”
Respectful citizen: “Because it’s completely anti-Semitic, and it’s likening them to ants! Literally! And do you not remember how the holocaust started? It’s the little things!”
Clueless boomer: “ya but it’s a once a year festival that’s hundreds of years old that pokes fun at everyone. It’s all in good spirit”
Respectful citizen: “...ok boomer, I have to go. Covid-19 is coming and I need more toilet paper, don’t have time to debate this.”
Someone looking for a real job: “you can’t, you have to submit your resumé online first or they’ll turn you away at the door”
Boomer giving advice: “We used to just walk in and ask to see the hiring manager, go try that!”
Someone looking for a real job: “...ok, boomer”
Or
Clueless boomer: “I don’t see why Jews are so pissed off about a few cartoons poking fun at them or that parade in Aalst (Belgium) where people wear some silly costumes?”
Respectful citizen: “Because it’s completely anti-Semitic, and it’s likening them to ants! Literally! And do you not remember how the holocaust started? It’s the little things!”
Clueless boomer: “ya but it’s a once a year festival that’s hundreds of years old that pokes fun at everyone. It’s all in good spirit”
Respectful citizen: “...ok boomer, I have to go. Covid-19 is coming and I need more toilet paper, don’t have time to debate this.”
by WithoutWax March 18, 2020