2 definitions by Khalisah
Also called African-American Vernacular English (AAVE)Black English, Black Vernacular, or Black English Vernacular (BEV). A creole of the American English language. Known colloquially as Ebonics, Ebo, or Jive. With pronunciation that in some respects is common to that of Southern American English, as the majority of the slaves' descendants first lived in the South. Spoken by many people of African descent in the United States and ethnic minorities worldwide. Shares many characteristics with various Creole English dialects spoken by people of African descent in much of the world. NOT simply "bad English", as it has grammatical origins in, and pronunciation characteristics in common with, various West African languages.
NOT the same as urban or hip-hop slang ("izzle's", crack-a-lackin'), although urban slang has been greatly influenced by AAVE
NOT the same as urban or hip-hop slang ("izzle's", crack-a-lackin'), although urban slang has been greatly influenced by AAVE
Ebonics has contributed to Standard American English words of African origin ("gumbo", "goober", "yam", "banjo", "bogus") and slang expressions ("cool," "hip," "hep cat").
by Khalisah April 6, 2006
adj. -- Uppity, pretentious, stuck-up, conceited. Acting as if you are better than someone else. To "put on airs." Often preceded by the word "high."
Mariah been acting all high siddity since she won that $20,000 in the lottery.
Why is Aisha being all siddity just cause that dude from BET (Black Entertainment Television) went out with her?
Why is Aisha being all siddity just cause that dude from BET (Black Entertainment Television) went out with her?
by Khalisah April 6, 2006