the incorrect term used to describe/stereotype people who wear black, hate people, and listen to metal. They may also be suicidal. The goths were actually a people who invaded the roman empire.
even though marilyn manson is awesome, he is not a goth. Goths should have a new stereotypical name.
by a1steaksauce October 24, 2005
And here is "Goth," defined for the two hundred and sixty ninth time. . .
Firstly, the word "Goth" is a label, a false thing intended to categorize individuals into groups, so as the better for Society to "understand" them. This illusion of "understanding" is, at best, superficial, thus also false.
Unfortunately, many Goths do happen to fit their stereotypical descriptions, as do members of nearly every other demographic in Society. If stereotypes were not at least 50% accurate, they would likely not exist. Such stereotypical Goths are usually referred to as "poseurs" or "Mansonites", which indicates that they are generally considered NOT to be true individuals, but rather confused and maladaptive people desperately looking for a group which with they can identify. This state is typically transitory. If the poseur matures and evolves, they realize that "Goth" is a STATE OF MIND rather than a "fashion statement."
Most true Goths do NOT look abnormal, nor do they fantasize about becoming a character out of a bad Anne Rice novel (who, incidentally, has just become a "Born Again"). People who violate this rule are typically just acting out a passing fad. True Goths have ALWAYS been Dark.
"Dark" is not synonymous with evil -- although pea brained sheeple, with their misguided preconceptions, will violently disagree. To them, being "different" is somehow a crime against Society. Darkness, IMHO, is nothing more than realistic pragmatism. Life is suffering (Buddha said that), and Death comes to us all -- often unexpectedly. Darkness is simply a tacit acceptance of facts that the sheeple would rather deny.
A Goth is typically more intelligent and open-minded than the average citizen -- especially about political and theological matters (whereas, the average citizen is neither informed or tolerant of different views).
Goth cannot be defined musically. My musical tastes vary on a regular basis. There are very few "must have" CDs, and even those are debatable. There is no "required" Goth literature or film.
Some Goths feel most comfortable wearing a lot of black -- this is a matter of personal opinion. Personally, I prefer dark green. Female Goths can wear whatever they want (especially if they're hot). Male Goths (who would prefer to be acknowledged as heterosexual males) should definitely avoid: frills, lace, fishnet, mascara, excessive use of hair products, and those ridiculous capes.
Oh, and while many Goths do consider themselves to be tolerant pacifists (i.e., "bully magnet"), quite a few adhere to a much different philosophy. For every "frail and pale Goth wussy", there's a Goth who works out and carries a blade. For example, I can do 50 pushups in under a minute, and am currently carrying a stiletto with a 6" blade (Ti-Lite VI). I have heard of very few Goth bullies (and most of those were surely poseurs), but I've met quite a few Goths -- both male and female -- who, while typically avoiding trouble, will steadfastly refuse to be victimized, and will not hesitate to stand up for those whom they feel are being wrongfully persecuted, regardless of the consequences.
Firstly, the word "Goth" is a label, a false thing intended to categorize individuals into groups, so as the better for Society to "understand" them. This illusion of "understanding" is, at best, superficial, thus also false.
Unfortunately, many Goths do happen to fit their stereotypical descriptions, as do members of nearly every other demographic in Society. If stereotypes were not at least 50% accurate, they would likely not exist. Such stereotypical Goths are usually referred to as "poseurs" or "Mansonites", which indicates that they are generally considered NOT to be true individuals, but rather confused and maladaptive people desperately looking for a group which with they can identify. This state is typically transitory. If the poseur matures and evolves, they realize that "Goth" is a STATE OF MIND rather than a "fashion statement."
Most true Goths do NOT look abnormal, nor do they fantasize about becoming a character out of a bad Anne Rice novel (who, incidentally, has just become a "Born Again"). People who violate this rule are typically just acting out a passing fad. True Goths have ALWAYS been Dark.
"Dark" is not synonymous with evil -- although pea brained sheeple, with their misguided preconceptions, will violently disagree. To them, being "different" is somehow a crime against Society. Darkness, IMHO, is nothing more than realistic pragmatism. Life is suffering (Buddha said that), and Death comes to us all -- often unexpectedly. Darkness is simply a tacit acceptance of facts that the sheeple would rather deny.
A Goth is typically more intelligent and open-minded than the average citizen -- especially about political and theological matters (whereas, the average citizen is neither informed or tolerant of different views).
Goth cannot be defined musically. My musical tastes vary on a regular basis. There are very few "must have" CDs, and even those are debatable. There is no "required" Goth literature or film.
Some Goths feel most comfortable wearing a lot of black -- this is a matter of personal opinion. Personally, I prefer dark green. Female Goths can wear whatever they want (especially if they're hot). Male Goths (who would prefer to be acknowledged as heterosexual males) should definitely avoid: frills, lace, fishnet, mascara, excessive use of hair products, and those ridiculous capes.
Oh, and while many Goths do consider themselves to be tolerant pacifists (i.e., "bully magnet"), quite a few adhere to a much different philosophy. For every "frail and pale Goth wussy", there's a Goth who works out and carries a blade. For example, I can do 50 pushups in under a minute, and am currently carrying a stiletto with a 6" blade (Ti-Lite VI). I have heard of very few Goth bullies (and most of those were surely poseurs), but I've met quite a few Goths -- both male and female -- who, while typically avoiding trouble, will steadfastly refuse to be victimized, and will not hesitate to stand up for those whom they feel are being wrongfully persecuted, regardless of the consequences.
by tyr shadowblade April 26, 2006
Goth: just another one of those words people stereotypically use as an insult.
Chav: Just another one of those stereotypical words we use.
-Note-
The are just the urban defenitions, the word goth has more definitions (example: gothic cathedral etc.)
..Not too sure if the word chav has more than one meaning
Chav: Just another one of those stereotypical words we use.
-Note-
The are just the urban defenitions, the word goth has more definitions (example: gothic cathedral etc.)
..Not too sure if the word chav has more than one meaning
by Easy definition February 24, 2008
At age 45, Tim realized he looked like a total moron with his satanic tattoos and excess supply of black makeup. Why did he become a goth? The world may never know
by Slatte August 31, 2008
Attention seekers who can't come up with their own name so they stole "Goth" from a Germanic Tribe because they are so un creative.
Try to look different, but they actually just end up looking like idiots.
Despised by many, they tend to make definitions of themselves on urban dictionary to defend themselves.
Try to look different, but they actually just end up looking like idiots.
Despised by many, they tend to make definitions of themselves on urban dictionary to defend themselves.
Wannabe: Look at what i'm wearing! i'm so different!I'm such a goth!
Normal Person: Wow..no one really cares wether your different or not
Wannabe: Oh..i guess i'll go back to my room and cry because i suck so bad.
Normal Person: Wow..no one really cares wether your different or not
Wannabe: Oh..i guess i'll go back to my room and cry because i suck so bad.
by Lordmpk March 12, 2009
Generally people who like the darker side of life. Outcasts by choice, they listen to underground music because they dislike the mainstream and being a sheep to society. In most cases goths are very smart and artistic and have a sense of humor that can take a while to get used to (unless your a goth). Their humor is about just about everything from themselves to others, and it is intelligent humor. Goths aren't like the average and that's why their goths and contrary to popular belief, they are not all suicidal. In fact few are suicidal, just dark. Goths may come across as scary but are quite nice people. Becoming goth can be provoked by certain things in life that turn people into introverts, but they are still nice people.
Being goth is about being different and out of the ordinary.
Being goth is about being different and out of the ordinary.
Prep: Look at that faggot goth in his weird clothes
Goth: Look at that mainstream prep, cant find his own style so he wears what everyone else does. HAHA, he thinks hes cool
Goth: Look at that mainstream prep, cant find his own style so he wears what everyone else does. HAHA, he thinks hes cool
by designkai April 21, 2006
A type of architecture,
A type of calligraphy,
Also some blokes that invaded Rome.
So to all the little ppl that think your "Goth" please grow up, you obviously dont know shit.
A type of calligraphy,
Also some blokes that invaded Rome.
So to all the little ppl that think your "Goth" please grow up, you obviously dont know shit.
by Kitty the super phreak December 31, 2009