SalvyZ's definitions

clusterfake

Clusterfake refers to a social gathering characterized by the prevalence of superficiality, where individuals engage in inauthentic interactions primarily driven by the pursuit of status and image. In a clusterfake, participants often prioritize projecting a façade of success, popularity, and desirability over genuine connections and meaningful conversations. The atmosphere is marked by insincere compliments, exaggerated displays of interest, and a general lack of authenticity, as participants navigate the social landscape with the sole objective of maintaining or elevating their perceived social standing.

The charity gala turned out to be a clusterfake, with attendees more focused on flaunting their designer outfits and engaging in superficial conversations than genuinely supporting the cause.

by SalvyZ June 24, 2023

Dark Fatter

The invisible force that causes my waistline to expand at a slightly slower pace than the universe.

“Dark Fatter is the only explanation for why my waistline expands despite my commitment to a healthy diet and lifestyle.”

by SalvyZ June 17, 2019

memerized

the experience of becoming hypnotized online while scrolling or swiping from meme to meme

"My sister spent hours on her phone looking at meme after meme. She memerized herself."

by SalvyZ June 13, 2018

wanderful

Experiences of delight and pleasure that result from fulfilling strong desires to travel

“Johnny never feels more wanderful than when he’s in the middle of a long-planned road trip to a new destination.”

by SalvyZ February 3, 2020

mope-a-dope

An argument strategy in which a contender lets an opponent fatigue themself by feigning sadness, guilt, and repentance, allowing the contender to later execute offensive maneuvers and win the fight.

“I thought I was winning the argument but it turns out Betsy pulled a mope-a-dope; she’s like the Muhammad Ali of marital tiffs.”

by SalvyZ June 16, 2019

polkageist

A ghost that, when it appears, only ever does a lively dance of Bohemian origin in duple time.

"The ghost in our house is constantly doing the polka -- it's a polkageist."

by SalvyZ October 30, 2019

grammar commie

A term used to describe a person who believes in and advocates for an egalitarian approach to language use. They view language primarily as a means of expressing meaning and facilitating communication, rather than as a status symbol or a tool for exclusion. A Grammar Commie stresses the importance of comprehensibility over stringent adherence to traditional grammar rules, and supports the validity of diverse linguistic styles and dialects, thus breaking the barriers of linguistic elitism and fostering inclusivity.

"Even though Jenny could correct every misplaced comma or misspelled word, as a Grammar Commie, she chose instead to focus on understanding the message the writer intended to convey, promoting a more inclusive and egalitarian approach to communication."

by SalvyZ July 24, 2023