When a man or woman misrepresents their actual, current, present day appearance by either utilizing old pictures or retouched pictures of themselves. It's a desperate attempt to attract those possibly interested in being in a relationship. They appear attractive online through their social media platforms but look totally different in person.
That girl Lori was catfish because she looked hot AF on Facebook and Instagram but in person it was rather obvious that she altered her online pictures to attract others towards her.
by Chuck70 January 05, 2021
A diverse group of ray-finned fish known for their prominent whiskers, which resemble catwhiskers, and are often found in freshwater environments.
by kisuuuuuu December 03, 2023
Someone who goes on social media and pretends to be someone hot when their uglyier then a donkeys ass.
Jim- yo that kid Dolf stay catfishing people
Dontae- Ik bro niggas ugly af, sad he gotta do that to get pussy
Dontae- Ik bro niggas ugly af, sad he gotta do that to get pussy
by Shanista November 22, 2018
by The Guy Who Uses Funny Memes November 24, 2020
A fat old man who pretends to be an attractive person online. They take photo (very typically female) from Pinterest and make a instagram account
Jake: Have you seen her? She’s fine asf
Sam: Be careful bro That’s Uncle Jimmy who lives 2 blocks away. They’re catfishing you!!
Sam: Be careful bro That’s Uncle Jimmy who lives 2 blocks away. They’re catfishing you!!
by Igetbitxhes December 04, 2023