A trophy that is awarded, usually to a child, simply for participating. It is based upon the idea that this will enhance their self-esteem and somehow make them better adults. Despite the fact that there is absolutely no empirical evidence to support this idea, the trophies continue to be awarded. These children ultimately become young adults who can't quite understand why employers in the real world do not share their exalted vision of themselves. Disillusioned and bitter, with plenty of time on their hands, many participated in the Occupy Wall Street movement. Ironically, no trophies were awarded for participation in this event.
Let's show Dillon how much we love him by awarding him a participation trophy for doing absolutely nothing.
by PBSPinchback January 25, 2014
by BruhSlav January 16, 2019
(Phrase) A way to identify if there is any form of male participation in an activity; whether it be sexual, recreational, or educational.
by _Hugh_Jeffincock_ July 3, 2019
Yes honey I would love to participation have some but I do not like fighting it is hard to hide what I have clockwise
by Blow me jjvgmkgg August 7, 2018
"Man, the choir was so amazing! Especially since I got a solo!"
" Now that's just participation bias."
" Now that's just participation bias."
by Aladrinko July 11, 2018
A: "John ate all my snickers bars that I was saving for the road trip"
B: "Don't mind that cunt, he's a study participant."
B: "Don't mind that cunt, he's a study participant."
by CantUseMyRealName August 18, 2023
Similar to a trophy wife, only without the appeal. Rarely wears make-up or flattering outfits, opting instead for mom jeans and baggy t-shirts. Travels by minivan, often with beads, a dream catcher or a Hawaiian lei hanging from the mirror. Not likely to have had any augmentation or surgical improvements done, instead believing in "natural beauty." Much less likely to be served with divorce papers upon turning 40.
Wow, look at the lady in curlers driving the Aerostar. That's beyond a second place trophy wife. She's a downright participation ribbon. She should really get that mole on her face checked out!
by PylonSTL September 9, 2010