| Slang: ghost | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Meaning & Usage | Origin & Language | Examples | Where It’s Used |
| To suddenly stop replying or cut off communication without warning. | Popularized in dating culture and social media in the 2010s. | “She ghosted me after the date.” “Don’t ghost your friends.” | United States (used worldwide in online dating/apps) |
Description of ghost
The slang “ghost” describes when someone disappears from a conversation, relationship, or friendship with no explanation. The word became popular through online dating but is now used in many social contexts.
Examples of Ghost in conversation:
- “I thought we were cool, but he ghosted me.”
- “Stop ghosting your group chat.”
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