A middle aged white woman who has nothing better to do but, to confront the people whom she feel are violating the rules or laws. Karen is perpetually suspicious of black people who she feel don't belong in her area. All the while will claim that she's not racist but, will show her bigotry if angered enough.
Karen: "hey, what are you doing over here?"
AA male: "I was invited here by the park manager."
Karen quickly pulls out her Iphone:" hello, I would like to report there's a suspicious African American male lurking around the park can you please send an officer immediately."
AA male:"seriously ma'am, I just told you I was invited here by the park manager and you're still going to call the police."
AA male: "I was invited here by the park manager."
Karen quickly pulls out her Iphone:" hello, I would like to report there's a suspicious African American male lurking around the park can you please send an officer immediately."
AA male:"seriously ma'am, I just told you I was invited here by the park manager and you're still going to call the police."
by Mackendeez June 11, 2020

The very annoying little 8-year old that wears a romper 24/7. She also yells at kids older than her playing games. Quotes from Karen: "Do you even know how to play?!?!" "You're too short!!!" Sucks.
by ThatKiddo12321 June 20, 2019

a dozen is 12, baker's dozen is 13
a mad Karen caused havoc at a store saying that dozen is 50, and since than - "Karen's dozen" = 50
a mad Karen caused havoc at a store saying that dozen is 50, and since than - "Karen's dozen" = 50
by Leo of the Харків February 5, 2024

by An average youngster. June 29, 2022

Rapidly-spreading behavioural disorder marked by inflated sense of self-importance & unwavering belief in deserving special treatment. Condition typically manifests in relentless demands to "see the manager" over trivial issues, an incessant need to complain, & a firm conviction that personal opinions are universal truths; & results in disruptions to social & professional environments, creating tension & stifling cooperation.
The afflicted ("Karens") possess a supernatural ability to detect non-existent customer service violations & are known to demand refunds for items they didn’t purchase. They travel in packs, known as a "Squabble of Karens," often seen in malls, coffee shops, or anywhere with Wi-Fi to fuel their social media rants.
Advanced cases extend beyond stores, leading to workplace disruptions, social isolation, & even public confrontations over perceived slights.
Societal impact includes creating division, hindering progress, & promoting a culture of discord. Online, their self-righteous activism clogs social media with misinformation & cancel-culture campaigns; while in communities, they spearhead NIMBY movements, opposing anything that doesn't align with their narrow worldview.
Professionally, they're notorious for stalling team projects & demanding recognition without merit, ultimately isolating themselves as they wonder why their brilliance isn’t rewarded.
Treatment: A heavy dose of humility, empathy, & exposure to diverse perspectives.
The afflicted ("Karens") possess a supernatural ability to detect non-existent customer service violations & are known to demand refunds for items they didn’t purchase. They travel in packs, known as a "Squabble of Karens," often seen in malls, coffee shops, or anywhere with Wi-Fi to fuel their social media rants.
Advanced cases extend beyond stores, leading to workplace disruptions, social isolation, & even public confrontations over perceived slights.
Societal impact includes creating division, hindering progress, & promoting a culture of discord. Online, their self-righteous activism clogs social media with misinformation & cancel-culture campaigns; while in communities, they spearhead NIMBY movements, opposing anything that doesn't align with their narrow worldview.
Professionally, they're notorious for stalling team projects & demanding recognition without merit, ultimately isolating themselves as they wonder why their brilliance isn’t rewarded.
Treatment: A heavy dose of humility, empathy, & exposure to diverse perspectives.
Her Entitlementa Karenitis (noun) /ɛnˈtaɪtəlmɛnʃəˈkærənˌaɪtɪs/) flared up again when the barista spelled her name wrong on the coffee cup, and she insisted on speaking to the manager to demand a free drink.
by SnarkVader August 14, 2024
