I was dropping dog bait last night since I had steak and eggs for breakfast.
My dog bait , caused by beer and slim jims, confused my pup the other day.
My dog bait , caused by beer and slim jims, confused my pup the other day.
by Clake Bhristian November 3, 2013

Purposefully designed outlets of expression (written, verbal, video/photo, etc) used to outrage as many people as possible to generate attention and negative reactions.
by RockLobster26 April 17, 2024

A work of fiction, be it anime, manga, novel, movie or whatever, that uses a controversial subject/elements to gain attention. It doesn't attempt to bring discussion or tell a serious story, but rather tries to lure in people only to make them pay money for a mediocre piece of entertainment.
The majority of love stories revolving around incest are nothing more than taboo bait. When will the society finally grow up and take this issue seriously ?
by lolisarecute April 6, 2018


A tactic used to deliberately provoke fear in a specific person or group, just to get a reaction. Similar to rage baiting, which seeks to spark anger, fear baiting is about triggering anxiety, panic, or unease on purpose. It's typically personal or situational, rather than widespread like fear mongering. The term is most often used among friends in a joking way, though it can also describe moments where fear is pushed a little too far.
The term was coined by Twi Shorts to describe AyoDen's playful attempts to spook or freak others out.
The term was coined by Twi Shorts to describe AyoDen's playful attempts to spook or freak others out.
1. He was fear baiting his little brother with fake ghost stories just to watch him freak out.
2. Telling her the teacher’s mad when they’re not is just fear baiting at this point.
2. Telling her the teacher’s mad when they’re not is just fear baiting at this point.
by Twi Shorts July 13, 2025

The act of falling for algorithmic bait and spiraling into unplanned doomscrolling, pointless replies, or emotional engagement you swore you’d avoid. You came for one thing—now it’s three hours later and you’re arguing with a stranger about toaster settings.
by maddb3457 July 7, 2025

by Shrek the racist gamer January 21, 2022
