subcon (verb) - to stay vigilant of something, without giving it one's full attention. Derived from 'subconscious'.
"I had a great time at the party yesterday but I was subconning Alfred because he didn't know many people there"
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1. The acute perception of a hidden social consensus. The distinct, non-paranoid realization that those around you possess shared information or a secret agenda that is being intentionally withheld.
2. The "under-current" of a room. The act of detecting verified shifts in body language, tone, and eye contact that confirm a group is acting in unison against their normal behavioral patterns.
Etymology: From Latin sub (under/below) + notio (a becoming acquainted with, an idea, a conception).
Usage Note: Distinct from paranoia in that a subnotion is triggered by external, observable changes in others rather than internal anxiety.
1. The acute perception of a hidden social consensus. The distinct, non-paranoid realization that those around you possess shared information or a secret agenda that is being intentionally withheld.
2. The "under-current" of a room. The act of detecting verified shifts in body language, tone, and eye contact that confirm a group is acting in unison against their normal behavioral patterns.
Etymology: From Latin sub (under/below) + notio (a becoming acquainted with, an idea, a conception).
Usage Note: Distinct from paranoia in that a subnotion is triggered by external, observable changes in others rather than internal anxiety.
"Tyler walked into the office and immediately felt a heavy subnotion; the sudden silence and forced smiles from the team confirmed that the rumors were true."
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