i just have high standards

When one wouldn't let themselves fall below a certain line. What that line is depends on the person. It CAN be used as an excuse, but for many it is a way of life.

I'm an athlete, and if I want to be the best, I must reach and maintain a high standard.

I would not go out with a shallow person because I have high standards.

I will not pay to watch that movie because it is shallow and I just have high standards.

by pisang September 27, 2010

I just have really high standards

A way for others to know that what you mean is "I find your existance to be below acceptable realms of human intelligence."

"I won't go out with you because I just have really high standards."

by Scott Baker June 27, 2004

I just have really high standards

This is an excuse used by people who are afraid to get into relationships. Since no one knows what these standards are, no one can possibly be expected to meet them. Therefore, all potential love interests are disqualified before the first date.

She never did find anyone that met her really high standards.

by Laura Tobin June 27, 2004

I just have really high standards

when someone denies u cuz ur not good enough

Guy: "hey wanna go out sometime?"
Girl: "No"
Guy: "is it cuz im ugly?"
Girl "na i just have really high standards"

by Da Saint June 28, 2004

I just have really high standards

What people say when asked why they aren't dating anyone. It can be true or maybe they're jsut ugly as hell.

"Why don't you have a boyfriend"
"I just have really high standards"

by kaly June 28, 2004

I just have really high standards

Originally used by Good Charlotte's crushes during their teen years.

"You're not good enough for me!"

by Alayna June 29, 2004

I just have really high standards

An excuse given for breaking up/not accepting a date

It's not you. It's just that I have really high standards.

by ukealii50 June 27, 2004