Used when quoting someone directly (usually in newspapers) and placed after the person being quoted makes a spelling error. The journalist/writer inserts (sic) to inform the reader that they aware of the spelling error but left it that way as to keep the quote verbatim
This is usually used for written quotes ie. letters
This is usually used for written quotes ie. letters
by luke1111111111111111111111 December 12, 2005
Said in Context
Used in journalism when someone uses slang or misspeaks and the author doesn't correct it to keep the quote intact.
Used in journalism when someone uses slang or misspeaks and the author doesn't correct it to keep the quote intact.
by Goose48 January 10, 2006
Instead of sick - (sic).
An old Slipknot song from 1999, Self-titled album.
Expression used by Slipknot fans (a.k.a Maggots) for expressing surprise or admiration.
An old Slipknot song from 1999, Self-titled album.
Expression used by Slipknot fans (a.k.a Maggots) for expressing surprise or admiration.
by vikxdz April 15, 2021
A friendly term used by fans of Slipknot (Maggots) to basically say "stay cool" or "stay the same". Originated from the actual song by Slipknot called "(sic)".
by a_Mad_Teaparty November 13, 2007
A friendly term used by fans of Slipknot (Maggots) to basically say "stay cool" or "stay the same". Originated from the actual song by Slipknot called "(sic)".
by a_Mad_Teaparty November 13, 2007
A friendly term used by fans of Slipknot (Maggots) to basically say "stay cool" or "stay the same". Originated from the actual song by Slipknot called "(sic)".
by a_Mad_Teaparty November 13, 2007
by john doles January 12, 2006