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Nice guy syndrome

“Nice Guy Syndrome” is a man who believes he is a nice guy but is in fact not a nice guy. Calling yourself a “nice guy” doesn't excuse shitty behavior or a lack of human decency.

These “self-proclaimed nice guys” have no problem telling you what a "nice guy" they are but the manipulation, level of entitlement and the overall degrading perception of women make them a special kind of awful.

Most of the time "nice guys" view boundaries and the word NO as a moral injustice. They make cutting or belittling comments and then laugh it off by saying ‘I was only joking! Why do you take things so seriously?’ When you disagree with them or stand up for yourself they get nasty and mean showcasing themselves as the needy narcissist, jealous jerk, or passive-aggressive person they actually are.

They also have a certain view of a woman and how she’s “supposed” to be or act which coincides with putting women on pedestals, effectively removing their personal identity and turning them into a possession.

What’s worse is, most of the time these types of men are so convinced that they are indeed the victim of any given situation, that they are utterly and completely oblivious to their superb level of asshattery.

Do you really need props for not acting like an ass-face?

News flash... lions don't go around telling everyone they're a lion. Real nice guys don't run around telling everyone how "nice" they are.
How to spot Nice Guy Syndrome

Quotes from an ex-

But I am a nice guy. I get drunk and say dumb things. Get passed that and I'm the nicest person you'll ever meet.

I think you're scared. I'm not like those other guys. I drink and say stupid shit. That's pretty much it. I'm really the nicest guy you've ever dated.
by CrystalBaller September 26, 2022
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Industrial Guy

A slang term used to reference someone being gay.
That dude is such an Industrial Guy
by Alfredo The Great July 4, 2024
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Hi-Guy

The "Hi Guy" or "Hi Guys" are individuals, often men, who initiate conversations, particularly with women on dating apps, by simply saying "Hi" or "hi." This behavior is typical among a sub-group of hetero-normative men engaged in heterosexual interactions. The "Hi Guy" often lacks self-confidence and harbors insecurities about his masculinity and self-worth. These insecurities manifest as an exaggerated sense of arrogance, creating a false self-image as a macho man, womanizer, or self-proclaimed alpha.

This false arrogance masks their deep-seated insecurity and inability to trust in their own abilities or moral worth. The "Hi Guy" projects a facade of dominance but fails to engage in meaningful conversations, revealing a high level of confidence without the foundation of genuine self-esteem.

Conversely, "hi-Guys" exhibit a high sense of self-worth but lack the confidence to accomplish tasks. Their unwillingness to reconcile this imbalance leads them to maintain an unrealistic self-image, further widening the gap between their perceived and actual abilities. This results in increasing arrogance, a superiority complex, and a tendency to take credit for others' achievements while failing to contribute meaningfully.
Oh, he's such a Hi-Guy.
by hashishi12 July 27, 2024
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Raw Guy

Robin’s such a Raw Guy”
by Ray Guy OG June 16, 2023
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The GUY

The GUY is the biggest legend going, like seriously. One does not simply compete. He can make laugh and is one of THOSEGUYS,hes always there when you both want him and dont.
This guy is THE GUY
by wavebreamerr January 18, 2015
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Family guy-tis

When you've watched so much family guy that your internal monologue is stuck as the voices for the characters. Extra points if it's cleveland.
-"I can't sleep."
"Why not?"
-"I have family guy-tis. all I can hear are the family guy characters"
by CJ-CRINKLE August 5, 2024
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Dead guy

Someone that isn’t necessary and no one pays attention to particularly because they don’t have any special about them.
Emily is such a dead guy see the people she walks with
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