octopusjardin's definitions

Bathos

A dramatic moment in a work of fiction that's undercut on purpose, usually for a joke. When used well, it's really funny and can be kind of a relief. When used poorly, it can come across as insecure or lazy writing.

Think of a stereotypical line from a Marvel movie, like "Well THAT just happened!" or "He's right behind me, isn't he"

"I hated that new movie, it was so bathos-poisoned it felt completely insincere"

by octopusjardin July 8, 2023

Wet Cat

A person, usually fictional, who is lame or pathetic in an endearing way. Think of a cat that's been left out in the rain.

A wet cat of a man

by octopusjardin July 8, 2023

Wet Cat

Someone who is lame or pathetic in an endearing way. Think a cat that got caught in the rain.

"A wet cat of a man"

by octopusjardin July 8, 2023