Evolution of the word YUP, which was derived from the word YES. Commonly used in situations where there is nothing else to say, used to break the
ice in a situation where otherwise an awkward silence would linger in the air. Used frequently by adolescent
girls while
texting.
(Conversation via text)
Person 1:
Hmm, I'd probably take you if my first
choice was
gone.
Person 2: Ok, nice of you to put it that way.
Person 1 (gears turning): Yuppers!