Based

The expression of an idea in political discourse which is seen as true, edgy and outside the overton window. The person expressing the idea is typically seen as brave or courageous, and usually the idea is perceived as somewhat important in it's need to be expressed.

Sara: The reason why we need to focus on the legacy of slavery and colonialism is because of the lingering inequality it's created in American cities.
Jon: Actually that's not because of colonialism, it's far more related to inner-city crime rates and a sub-culture that promotes degeneracy being embraced by these communities.
Greg: lol based

by Anthix May 29, 2021

Based

not being a Jacob

Cameron is based for respecting other people.

by Unist September 26, 2022

Based

a new term for sayin that you have gonorrhea

Me and Adam went wild last night and he told he was based

by chloeedovee November 16, 2020

Based

When you state to the public an opinion that you strongly believe in that could be convivial in the 21 century.

person 1: Gay people are weird
person 2: based!

by mrbogga December 13, 2021

Based

Devoid of radicalism and grounded in reality

She always counters radical narratives.
She's so based.

by wolvesontheloose July 30, 2022

Based

When something is relatable to you.

“Did you hear that ___ hates trans women?”
“Based”

by TwIzL November 20, 2022

Based

Based is typically used by homosexuals to say they would like gay sex

"hey bro you wanna get some wings"
"based"
"oh..."

by Poopcock420 August 22, 2021