Asking For It

The final frontier of denial, "asking for it" is a mentality people use to justify the world being less horrible than it is. Most commonly it is used to pretend that a rape victim 'subliminally' or 'subtly' gave consent, but it can also be used in context to say someone who leaves a quarter on the ground is just as guilty as the thief who steals it of the crime, having 'tempted' the criminal or perpetrator. In extremist cases, such as a few sects of Muslim religion, some women are forced to cover their hair to prevent 'tempting' men.

Pertaining to sex, it is statistically estimated that about 1/3 men buy in Britain conform to the "asking for it" mentality.

"Did you hear about Katie? I feel really sorry for her."
"Nah, man, she was asking for it."

by Kwing January 19, 2010

asking for it

whats wrong with wanting attention if its from a person you like?
plants thrive on sunlight, earth and water
and they don't need to ask for it

"knowing you exist calms me, soothes me, gives me hope. being near you makes me happy, satisfies me, challenges me. No, im not asking for it.."

by Krkič December 28, 2019

asking for it

The original name of the group A Fire Inside, back when they first started. The name was changed around the time of the 'A Fire Inside EP'.

"Asking For It is not the same thing as A Fire Inside."

"Nope. Asking For It came first."

by A Loyal DF-er September 2, 2006

Asking For It

When bitch gets all mouthy and then wonders why you smack her one.

"Why'd you smack Sally in the kisser, Johnny?"
"What? The broad was asking for it!"

by He Who Talks Loud Saying Nutin January 6, 2017