Identity, Personality & Self-Presentation - Personality Archetypes

Here you will find slang describing personality types and archetypes, capturing traits, behaviors, and distinctive characteristics in a casual way.

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Identity, Personality & Self-Presentation
Karen [noun]

a middle-aged white woman seen as entitled, demanding, and rude, often using privilege to get her way

Ex: Nobody wanted to deal with the Karen in the parking lot .
Becky [noun]

a white woman who is seen as basic, culturally unaware, or oblivious to her privilege, often interested in mainstream trends

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a girl known for posting trendy, aesthetic selfies, often wearing scrunchies, oversized T-shirts, and carrying a Hydro Flask

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a man considered timid, passive, or socially weak

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pick-me [noun]

a person, often a woman, who seeks male approval by putting down other women or highlighting how different she is

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normie [noun]

a person who is mainstream, conventional, or uninterested in niche or alternative culture

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himbo [noun]

a man who is attractive and kind but not very intelligent, often charming in a simple, good-natured way

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emo [noun]

a person who expresses deep emotion or sadness, often through music, fashion, or style

Ex: A emo wrote a deep poem about heartbreak .

a quirky, energetic woman whose main role is to inspire a male protagonist, often lacking her own depth or story

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someone who sits around and watches TV a lot

Ex: If he starts going for regular walks , he can avoid becoming a couch potato .

a mother who pressures her children, especially daughters, to diet or eat very little under the guise of health

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a person who is shy, quiet, or avoids attention, often blending into the background

Ex: A wallflower watched the dance floor but did n't join in .
tradwife [noun]

a woman who embraces traditional gender roles, often valuing homemaking, submission, and family care over career

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a person who dresses in loud, bold, and colorful styles that stand out like neon

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cougar [noun]

an older woman who pursues or dates younger men

Ex: A cougar bought drinks for the younger men at the bar .

a rich older man who gives money or gifts to a younger partner for companionship or intimacy

Ex: A sugar daddy covered all her shopping bills .

a wealthy older woman who gives money or gifts to a younger partner for companionship or intimacy

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a younger person who receives money or gifts from an older partner in exchange for companionship or intimacy

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a trendy, materialistic young woman from suburban California, stereotyped for shallow interests and speaking in uptalk

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a woman who seduces men and leaves them once she loses interest

Ex: A man-eater flaunted her new boyfriend online the next day .

a person who gains success or opportunities mainly because of family connections rather than merit

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a manager who shows up, makes a lot of noise or criticism, and then leaves without helping

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momager [noun]

a mother who manages her child's career, often in entertainment or sports

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e-girl [noun]

a young woman with alternative fashion and makeup, often active on social media

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e-boy [noun]

a young man with alternative fashion, often dark clothing, dyed hair, and a strong social media presence

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a person who likes spending a lot of time in parties

Ex: Sarah is a party animal , always the first on the dance floor and keeping the energy high .

a mother who uses social media to share parenting tips, lifestyle content, or promote products

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alt-girl [noun]

a young woman with alternative style, often mixing punk, goth, or indie fashion and culture

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alt-boy [noun]

a young man with alternative style, often influenced by punk, goth, or indie fashion and culture

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a person who obsessively follows streetwear trends and buys hyped, often expensive, fashion brands

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blerd [noun]

a Black person who embraces nerdy or geeky interests, such as comics, gaming, or tech culture

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a person, usually a woman, who prefers being a passenger in cars or road trips, enjoying the ride without driving

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a person from Florida known for bizarre or foolish behavior

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