The Lexicon
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1.
abba
/əbæ/ noun
hebrew for “father.” used to refer to God.
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abeg
/æbəg/ slang
“please.” to plead in nigerian pidgin english.
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accountability
/əˈkaʊnəbɪɫɪti/ noun
an obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one’s actions.
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accountant
/əˈkaʊntənt/ noun
someone that solves problems you didn’t know you have in ways you don’t understand. In God they trust, all others must bring data.
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achaba
/ˈətʃəbə/ noun
a motorcycle taxi commonly used in nigeria and other african countries.
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acts of service
/ækts ɒv ˈsɜːvɪs/ love language
nice things you do for your partner that make them feel loved and appreciated, such as helping with the dishes, running errands, vacuuming.
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addict
/ˈædɪkt/ noun
a person who cannot stop doing or using something, especially something harmful.
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addiction
/əˈdɪkʃən/ mental
a disease of the mind characterised by compulsive repetitive behaviour without regard for the consequences to one’s life.
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ADHD
/ˌeɪˌdiˌeɪtʃˈdi/ mental health
stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. people with this disorder tend to have difficulty focusing on a certain task and sitting still.
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adult
/ˈædʌlt/ noun
a person who has stopped growing at both ends and is now growing in the middle.
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adulthood
/ˈædʌlthʊd/ adj.
a scam that involves trading financial security for independence and responsibilities.
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af
/æz fʌk/ idiom
shorthand for “as fuck.” used to emphasize something.
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affirmative action
/əˈfɜːmətɪv ˈækʃ(ə)n/ law
one of the few things minorities have going for them to counter the effects of institutionalized discrimination.
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afrobeat
/ˈæfrəʊbiːt/ music genre
pioneered and popularized by fela kuti, this nigerian genre mixes traditional yoruba and igbo music, and highlife, with american funk, jazz, and soul influences.
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afrobeats
/ˈæfrəʊbiːts/ music genre
a combination of sounds originating in West Africa in the 21st century.
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àgbákò
/ægbækəʊ/ noun
yorùbá for accident, misfortune or mishap.
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agnostic
/æɡˈnɒstɪk/ adj.
someone who finds their life meaningful enough to pursue; without admitting or dismissing a God, and tolerant enough to respect either ways as a possible answer.
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AIDS
/eɪdz/ medical
short for “acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.” the late stage of HIV infection that occurs when the body’s immune system is badly damaged because of the virus.
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àjẹ́
/ˈədʒe/ supernatural
a woman who wields myriad arcane creative biological, spiritual, and cosmic powers.
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ajé
/əˈdʒeɪ/ supernatural
the goddess of wealth, economic enterprise, business and economic success in the yorùbá religion.
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ajé
/əˈdʒeɪ/ slang
yorùbá equivalent of “on God” or “fr” (for real).
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ajebo
/ˈədʒebʌ/ class
short for “ajebutter.” a trustfund kid.
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ajebutter
/ˈədʒebʌtər/ class
a very spoilt kid or one from a very rich home. a trustfund baby.
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ajepako
/ˈədʒekpækəʊ/ class
someone born without a silver spoon or one that comes from a humble background.
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albino
/æɫˈbaɪˌnoʊ/ dermatology
a person lacking skin pigmentation. albinism; a hereditary condition characterized by lack of melanin in the skin, hair and eyes.
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alhaja
/al-Ḥadʒā/ noun
a title used to describe a muslim woman who has completed a religious journey to mecca.
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alhaji
/al-Ḥadʒɪ/ noun
a title used to describe a muslim man who has completed a religious journey to mecca.
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alhamdulillah
/al-Ḥamdu lillāh/ arabic
all praise is due to Allah.
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alobam
/ˈæləʊbæm/ noun
igbo; used to refer to one’s ride or die friend.
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alopecia
/ˌæləˈpiːʃə/ medical
alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that can lead to unpredictable hair loss.
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alpha male
/ˈælfə meɪl/ trait
the early version of a male before testing and bug fixes.
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alté
/ˈɔɫtɛ/ lifestyle
short for alternative; it means to live life according to one’s own standards and not to conform to the pressures of societal norms.
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alzheimer’s
/ˈælzhaɪmərz/ mental health
a gradual decline in memory, thinking, behaviour and social skills.
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ambidextrous
/ˌæmbɪˈdɛkstɹəs/ adj.
the ability to use both hands with equal proficiency.
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ambipedal
/ˌæmbɪˈped(ə)l/ adj.
the ability to use both feet equally well.
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ambitious
/æmˈbɪʃəs/ adj.
trying hard to take on a goal of some kind.
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ambivert
/ˈambɪvɝt/ personality
someone who takes on both personality traits of an extrovert and an introvert.
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amebo
/ˈəmebʌ/ noun
a loose-mouthed person or a gossip.
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amen
/ˌeɪˈmɛn/ affirmation
uttered at the end of a prayer or hymn, meaning ‘so be it’.
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antisocial
/ˌæntɪˈsoʊʃəɫ/ adj.
not sociable; not wanting the company of others. contrary to the laws and customs of society; devoid of sociable instincts or practices.
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anxiety
/æŋˈzaɪəti/ mental health
the feeling you get when you almost fall out of your chair in class, or skip a step on the staircase. only it never stops.
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anxiety anxiety
/æŋˈzaɪəti æŋˈzaɪəti/ noun
the anxiety you get when you know that you're going to be in a situation at some point in the future that will cause you anxiety.
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apala
/ɑːkpɑlɑ/ music genre
a percussion-based style of music originally developed by yorùbá people using instruments such as a rattle, thumb piano, a bell, and two or three talking drums. popularised by ayinla omowura and haruna ishola.
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apple of God’s eye
/ˈæpl əv ɡɒdz aɪ/ me
God’s favourite creation. the one He loves most.
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aquarius
/əˈkweərɪəs/ astrology
eclectic, creative, and forward-thinking. innovative, progressive, rebellious, and humanitarian. hates small talk.
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architect
/ˈɑɹkəˌtɛkt/ noun
a diverse designer extending themselves beyond art to the realm of building. blending scientific knowledge with artistic creativity to fulfill a desire to build.
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aries
/ˈeəriːz/ astrology
sexy, smart, godly, impeccable sense of style, known for their care and kindness. one of God’s best creations to ever exist.
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arise, o compatriots
/əˈraɪz oʊ kəmˈpætriət/ national anthem
nigerian national anthem from 1 oct 1978 until 29 may 2024. composed by p.o. aderibigbe, john a. ilechukwu, dr. sota omoigui, eme etim akpan and b.a. ogunnaike.
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arizona
/ˌærɪˈzəʊnə/ substance
colloquial name for one of the cheapest and least sophisticated strains of marijuana.
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artsy
/ˈɑːtsi/ adj.
making a strong, affected, or pretentious display of being artistic or interested in the arts.
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as how
/æz haʊ/ ???
how you respond, often in a confused state, to some bullshit you need additional time to process.
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asexual 🏳️🌈
/eɪˈsɛksjuəɫ/ human
a person who does not experience sexual attraction; this does not mean that they are plants. they can experience romantic attraction though.
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asthmatic
/æsˈmætɪk/ medical
someone that suffers from a condition that makes breathing difficult by causing the air passages to become narrow or blocked.
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atheist
/ˈeɪθiəst/ noun
a person who believes that no god or gods exist.
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athlete
/ˈæθˌɫit/ noun
someone who participates in sports. often characterized by dedication, focus, intelligence, and work ethic.
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aura
/ˈɔːrə/ noun
a distinctive but intangible, yet pervasive quality or character surrounding a person or thing.
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autistic
/ɔˈtɪstɪk/ adj.
someone with autism, a neurodevelopment disorder that can feature differences in how they navigate social interactions.
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baby girl
/ˈbeɪbi ɡɝ/ noun
a high-value soft babe who should not be stressed. a damsel never in distress.
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bachelor
/ˈbætʃəɫɝ/ noun
an unmarried man. usually a serial flirt.
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baddie
/ˈbædi/ noun
a woman who can hold her own and take care of herself. she is very pretty, and independent.
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balablu
/ˌbæləˈbluː/ gaffe
during his town hall meeting as the presidential candidate of the apc, bola ahmed tinubu made a few gaffes that went viral. one of them was “a town hall different from balablu.”
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baldie
/ˈbɔɫdi/ noun
a bald-headed baddie.
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banker
/ˈbæŋ.kər/ noun
someone who works in a bank in an important position.
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the barbz
/ðiː bɑːbz/ stan
nickname given to nicki minaj’s army of online fans. a force of nature always intent on protecting her majesty at any cost.
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bardi gang
/ˈbɑrdi ɡæŋ/ stan
amazing cardi b fans who will cuss haters out for their queen, okurrr!
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be fr
/bɪ fɔː ɹiɫ/ verb
short for “be for real.” something you say to someone if they are not making sense in real-time.
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beef
/biːf/ noun
to have a grudge or start one with another person.
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believer
/bɪˈliːvə/ noun
someone who has accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and personal svaiour.
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benevolent sexism
/bəˈnɛvəɫənt ˈsɛksɪzəm/ noun
it idealizes and flatters women who embody traditional ideals, and portrays women as morally pure and uniquely caring, but also as weak and unable to take care of themselves.
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bestie
/ˈbestɪ/ noun
the one person you can always count on when shit hits the fan.
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beyhive
/ˈbiːhaɪv/ stan
a proud member of beyoncé’s fandom. known for being fiercely loyal and will do just about anything for their queen bey.
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bi 🏳️🌈
/ˈbaɪ/ human
short for bisexual; sexually and romantically attracted to men and women.
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biafra
/biːæfrə/ noun
coined from two igbo words, “bia” which means come, and “fara” which means live. used to be a country for eastern people of nigeria (igbos) from 1967-70 before the civil war.
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big brother naija
/ˈbɪɡ hɛd/ noun
a reality tv show, loved and hated by many, in which a group of people are filmed living inside a house for a period of time.
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big head
/ˈbɪɡ hɛd/ noun
an insulting yet cute nickname that teases someone you like. an alternate term of endearment to “babe”, “honey”, etc, but with the same loving connotations.
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bigot
/ˈbɪɡət/ noun
a person who has strong, unreasonable beliefs and does not like other people who have different beliefs or a different way of life.
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bipolar
/baɪˈpoʊɫɝ/ mental health
a mental disorder marked by alternating periods of deep depression and extreme euphoria (mania).
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biracial
/ˌbaɪˈreɪʃəl/ race
having parents of two different races.
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birthday boy
/ˈblæk eksələns/ celebrant
the celebrant. of all 356 days a year, 366 every leap year, this one belongs to me. get me lit.
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black excellence
/ˈblæk eksələns/ noun
used to highlight and celebrate specific examples of achievement, success, or ability demonstrated by black people.
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blogger
/ˈblɒɡə/ noun
derived from weblogger. someone who keeps a weblog, a diary on the internet.
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body count
/ˈbɒdɪ kaʊnt/ noun
how many people you’ve had sex with.
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body dysmorphia
/ˈbɒdɪ dɪsˈmɔːfɪə/ mental health
a mental disorder defined by an overwhelming preoccupation with a perceived flaw in one’s physical appearance.
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bonestraight
/bəʊn streɪt/ noun
a type of raw, straight and firm hair that is thin, sleek, scanty and well-knotted from the weft to the bottom.
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boo’d up
/buːd ʌp/ adj.
having a significant other. a way to say “paired up,” to describe a romantic couple.
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bookworm
/ˈbʊˌkwɝm/ noun
someone who seeks and attains knowledge through books. an intellectual.
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boomer
/ˈbuːmɝ/ noun
short for baby boomer, a person born between 1946-1965. they scoff that younger generations expect “participation trophies” for doing the bare minimum.
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bootylicious
/ˈbɔɹn əˈɡeɪn/ noun
having a big, delicious, hot booty. ordained by destiny’s child.
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born again
/ˈbɔɹn əˈɡeɪn/ noun
a person who repented of their sins and decided to follow Jesus.
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boyfriend
/ˈbɔɪfrend/ noun
a boy who makes you feel like he can give you the stars. a boy you believe only sees you. someone you would do anything for.
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boys will be boys
/bɔɪz wɪl bi bɔɪz/ phrase
a catch phrase used to excuse adolescent mischief. a phrase now under scrutiny for its role in breeding degenerates.
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brave
/breɪv/ adj.
to be able to look at your biggest fear and face it in the eye.
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break a leg
/breɪk eɪ leɡ/ idiom
used for wishing someone good luck, especially before a performance.
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bride
/ˈbɹaɪd/ noun
a woman just married or about to be married.
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bro code
/ˈbɹoʊ koʊd/ noun
set of rules, usually unwritten, meant to be a guideline to live by between bros.
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broqué
/brəʊk/ adj.
when you live a rich and boujee life but you’re actually broke.
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bullion van
/ˈbʊliən væn/ noun
a security liveried motor vehicle, not a passenger vehicle, specifically adapted for the secure carriage of bullion, cash or other valuables.
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canadian loud
/kəˈneɪdiən laʊd/ substance
colloquial name for the more expensive and sophisticated strain of marijuana cultivated in canada. shortened as “cana.”
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cancel culture
/ˈkansl kʌltʃə/ mob activity
wait, how do i say this without triggering a bunch of self-righteous pricks willing to take away my livelihood and bind me into oblivion?
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cancer
/ˈkænsɝ/ astrology
charming, sweet and caring, emotional being, typically shy at first, a bit awkward and quirky, fun, understanding.
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cannabis
/ˈkænəbɪs/ substance
also known as marijuana or weed. a psychoactive drug from the cannabis plant that has various mental and physical effects such as euphoria, altered states of mind and sense of time, difficulty concentrating, impaired short-term memory, impaired body movement (balance and fine psychomotor control), relaxation, and an increase in appetite.
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capitalism
/ˈkæpɪtəˌɫɪzəm/ noun
an economic system based on private ownership in which the major goal is to obtain profit. a free market economy.
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capricorn
/ˈkæprɪkɔːn/ astrology
authentic, perfectionist, ambitious, resilient, responsible. great time management, a unique balance of confidence and humility.
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caregiver
/ˈkɛɹˌɡɪvɝ/ noun
someone who devotes all their time, feelings and resources to help other people.
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cast
/kɑːst/ slang
to be exposed. to reveal what was told to you in confidence. to be let down. used to describe a subject matter that’s no longer a secret.
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cat dad
/ˈkæt dæd/ noun
typically owns two or more cats combined with slight antisocial behaviour.
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cat mum
/ˈkæt məm/ noun
typically owns two or more cats combined with slight antisocial behaviour.
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CBD
/siː biː diː/ substance
acronym for cannabidiol. cbd is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis. although used as a laxative, it doesn’t cause a high by itself.
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cerebral palsy
/ˈserɪbr(ə)l ˈpɔːlzɪ/ medical
a group of conditions that affect movement and posture, caused by damage that occurs to the developing brain, most often before birth.
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certified lover boy
/ˈsɝtəˌfaɪd ɫəvɝ bɔɪ/ noun
a flirtatious and romantic man that unexpectedly sweeps you off your feet despite your suspicion that he has probably pulled the same moves with a number of women before you.
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chef
/ˈʃɛf/ noun
a kitchen wizard who turns random ingredients into edible magic and occasionally sets off the smoke alarm.
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chemotherapy
/ˌkimoʊˈθɛɹəpi/ noun
an aggressive form of chemical drug therapy meant to destroy rapidly growing cells in the body. usually used to treat cancer.
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chivalry
/ˈʃɪvəɫɹi/ noun
men behaving courteously toward women — holding the door for them, offering them their jackets when it’s cold.
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chop breakfast
/tʃɒp brekfəst/ slang
to go through a painful heartbreak.
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christian
/ˈkɹɪstʃən/ noun
someone who aims to be Christ-like by extending others grace and love as Jesus does the church.
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church girl
/ˈtʃɝtʃ ɡɝɫ/ noun
someone who can out-hymn you on sunday and out-party you on saturday, all while dressed impeccably.
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cis
/sɪs/ noun
short for “cisgender.” used to describe someone whose gender identity matches their anatomical gender at birth.
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civil war
/ˌsɪvəl ˈwɔːr/ politics
a war fought between two factions of the same country.
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clairvoyant
/klɛːˈvɔɪənt/ noun
a person believed to have powers to see the future or see things that other people cannot see.
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climate activist
/ˈklaɪmət ˈæktɪvɪst/ noun
person who is intensively and perceptibly committed to preventing harmful climate change.
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in the closet
/ɪn ðiː klɒzɪt/ lgbtq
used to describe a person who is not heterosexual (or not cisgender) but keeps that fact secret from other people.
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closet dancer
/ˈklɒzɪt dɑːnsər/ noun
someone who is too shy to dance in public areas, yet have no problem breaking out the moves in their bedroom.
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closeted
/ˈklɒzɪtɪd/ adj.
to be a queer person who hides their sexual orientation from the public and those around them.
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colorado
/kəˈləʊrˈɑːdəʊ/ substance
colloquial name for synthetic cannabinoid classified as psychoactive substance. not for novice smokers, may cause fits of madness.
indica: 70%, sativa: 30%, thc: 20%, cbd: 2.5%, aka: colos, black mamba, amsterdam gold, devil’s weed, x, mary joy, annihilation, tai high, hawaiian haze.
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colour blindness
/ˈkʌləblaɪndnəs/ medical
a condition in which someone is unable to see the difference between particular colours, especially red and green.
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colour blindness
/ˈkʌləblaɪndnəs/ race
the fact of not treating people differently because of their race.
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colourism
/ˈkʌlərɪzəm/ noun
discrimination based on skin colour, typically among those of the same racial group or ethnicity.
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come out of the closet
/kʌm aʊt əv ðiː klɒzɪt/ lgbtq
admitting to being gay.
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complete remission
/kəmˈpliːt rɪˈmɪʃ(ə)n/ medical
cancer-free.
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composure
/kəmˈpəʊʒər/ slang
the feeling of being calm, confident, and in control.
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conductor
/kənˈdʌktər/ noun
the danfo driver’s assistant tasked with collecting fares and yelling bus routes to attract new boarders and before they alight.
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connoisseur
/ˌkɒnəˈsɜː/ noun
someone who knows a lot about fine or domestic arts.
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conscious
/kɒnʃəs/ adj.
meaningful; with intent. being in a state of awareness; alert. opposite of ignorant.
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conscious rap
/kɒnʃəs/ music genre
a sub-genre of hip-hop that focuses on creating awareness and imparting knowledge.
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consent
/kənˈsɛnt/ noun
seeking permission from the people you are trying to engage in activities with.
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conservative
/kənˈsɝvətɪv/ politics
tending to preserve established traditions or institutions and to resist or oppose any changes in these. conventional in style or type.
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content creator
/ˈkɑntɛnt kɹiˈeɪtɝ/ noun
someone who makes an otherwise chaotic social media bearable for their followers. sometimes though, they are the chaos.
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corny
/ˈkɔːni/ adj.
mawkishly sentimental.
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corporate baddie
/ˈkɔːp(ə)rət ˈbædi/ noun
a person who gives their best in the corporate world while putting themself first and showing up as their authentic self, all while serving looks.
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couch potato
/ˈkaʊtʃ pəˈteɪˌtoʊ/ lifestyle
a lazy ass person who sits in front of a tv all day or plays video games, eats junk food and only gets up a couple of times to go to the bathroom.
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cougar
/ˈkuːɡə/ noun
an older, experienced woman in a sexual relationship (committed or not) with a younger man. she’s not necessarily a slut, nor is she desperate.
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courage
/ˈkʌrɪdʒ/ noun
the ability to confront pain, fear, humiliation, or anything else a person would naturally stay away from.
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covid-19
/ˌkəʊvɪd naɪnˈtiːn/ medical
short for “coronavirus disease.” an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. the virus can cause cough, fever, shortness of breath and death.
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critical thinker
/ˈkrɪtɪk(ə)l ˈθɪŋkə/ noun
someone with the ability to effectively analyze information and form a judgment. also involves being aware of your own biases.
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crybaby
/ˈkɹaɪˈbeɪbi/ noun
someone who is extremely sensitive and tends to be triggered easily, consequently ending in tears.
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cuffed
/kʌft/ adj.
taken. to be taken off the streets.
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culture
/ˈkʌɫtʃɝ/ lifestyle
socially transmitted patterns of action and expression. a way of living.
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culture writer
/ˈkʌɫtʃɝ ɹaɪtɝ/ superhero
someone who documents and reports cultural happenings in real-time in writing.
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cultured
/ˈkʌɫtʃɝd/ lifestyle
to be refined, well-educated or wordly in taste and manners. applies to manners, dress, language or lifestyle learned in the way of civilized society.
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dad
/ˈdæd/ noun
the sperm donor that stuck around. a literal mother fucker.
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dancer
/ˈdɑːnsər/ noun
half athlete, half artist. someone who makes music visible using an incredible mind-body coordination.
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danfo
/ˈdænfəʊ/ noun
a yellow bus that carries passengers for a fare as part of an informal transport system in lagos.
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darkskin
/ˈdɑɹkskɪn/ adj.
beautiful dark melanin skin that sparkles when the sunlight shines on it. a beautiful skin to have.
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date rape
/ˈdeɪt ˌreɪp/ crime
rape committed by someone known to the stranger, i.e. not a complete stranger.
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deaf
/def/ human
unable to hear, often use hearing aids and know/use sign-language.
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dealer
/ˈdiːlər/ substance
a supplier of illegal substances.
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dementia
/dɪˈmenʃə/ mental health
a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life.
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democracy
/dɪˈmɒkrəsɪ/ govt.
a form of government where the leader is chosen by popularity rather than ability to run a country. a government in which the people elect their dictators.
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dey play
/deɪ pleɪ/ slang
juzz dey play.
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dey play
/deɪ pleɪ/ slang
nigerian slang that translates to “keep playing.” something you say to someone that plays too much.
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diabetic
/daɪəˈbetɪk/ adj.
someone suffering from their pancreas not making enough insulin. it doesn’t have to do with eating too much sugar.
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dickmatized
/dɪkmætaɪzd/ adj.
hypnotized by a good dick that you can’t think straight. the female equivalent of “pussy whipped.”
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diet-conscious
/ˈdaɪət kɒnʃəs/ adj.
refers to someone who concerns about having a balanced diet.
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disabled
/dɪsˈeɪbld/ human
a person who has a physical or mental impairment in which the physically built or social environment puts them at a disadvantage.
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disco
/ˈdɪskəʊ/ music genre
a genre of dance music and a subculture that emerged in the 1970s from the united states’ urban nightlife scene.
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diversity
/daɪˈvɜːsɪtɪ/ politics
anyone other than a white guy.
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divorcee
/dɪˈvɔɹˌsi/ noun
someone whose decided that “until death do us part” is not worth killing their spouse for.
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DJ
/ˈdiˈdʒeɪ/ noun
someone with musical ability to build up a set; sense of feeling, rythym and happiness from the proper selection of tracks. usually life of the party.
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DNA
/ˌdiː en ˈeɪ/ medical
deoxyribonucleic acid: the chemical present at the centre of the cells of living things, that controls the structure and purpose of each cell and carries genetic information during reproduction.
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DND
/ˌdiː en ˈdiː/ warning
do not disturb.
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doctor
/ˈdɔktɝ/ noun
someone who spends years learning how to fix your “404 body not found” errors.
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dog dad
/ˈdɔɡ dæd/ noun
reference to a man who has a dog and treats their furry baby as if it were their human child.
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dog mum
/ˈdɔɡ məm/ noun
reference to a woman who has a dog and treats their furry baby as if it were their human child.
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don’t fold
/dəʊnt fəʊld/ verb
in the face of the vicious mob, never switch up.
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down syndrome
/daʊn ˈsɪndrəʊm/ human
a genetic condition where a person is born with an extra copy of chromosome, affecting how their brain and body develop. they can have happy and healthy lives with supportive care.
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drag
/ˈdɹæɡ/ entertainer
a person who dresses up in clothes of the opposite gender for fun or sexual pleasure, often having a different persona/lifestyle for this dress up.
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dyke 🏳️🌈
/ˈdaɪk/ human
a lesbian. originated as a homophobic slur for masculine, butch, or androgynous girls or women.
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dyslexia
/dɪˈsɫɛksiə/ mental health
a leanrign disrodre thta inovles difificluty raedng deu to prbolesm iednityfing spech suonds and leanrign how they rleate ot leters and wodrs (dcodeing).
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e choke
/ɪːˈ tʃəʊk/ exclamation
an exclamatory remark for something amazing or extremely impressive.
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ebola
/iˈbəʊlə/ medical
a virus, spread through contact with bodily fluids such as blood, that causes severe bleeding, organ failure and can lead to death.
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ebony
/ˈeb(ə)nɪ/ noun
black girl magic.
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edibles
/ˈedəbəl/ substance
marijuana taken orally, often cooked into food such as brownies, cookies, candy, and so on.
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editor
/ˈedɪt̬ɚ/ superhero
a person who is in charge of and determines the final content of a newspaper, magazine, or multi-author book.
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effeminate
/iˈfɛmɪnət/ adj.
a man with characteristics and mannerisms traditionally attributed to women. i.e, gestures, body language, speech, etc.
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efiko
/ɛfikoʊ/ noun
a brilliant student. a nigerian slang for “scholar.”
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efiwe
/ɛfiweɪ/ noun
a brilliant student. a nigerian slang for “scholar.”
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ego
/eɪɡəʊ/ noun
igbo for “money.” spelled like ego (pride), it is the only thing that stops nonsense.
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ego
/ˈiːɡəʊ/ noun
one’s idea or opinion of oneself, especially one’s feeling of one’s own importance and ability.
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ego
/ˈiːɡəʊ/ noun
the self especially as contrasted with another self or the world.
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egomaniac
/ˌiːɡəʊˈmeɪniæk/ noun
someone whose ego exceeds both their intelligence and capacity to see beyond their own personal interests.
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èkó ilé
/ˈeɪkoʊ ɪleɪ/ noun
the empire state of mind, except it is not new york, it’s better, it is lagos, it is home. èkó ò ní bàjé.
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emo
/ɪˈməʊ/ adj.
an emotional person. they are not depressed all the time and contrary to popular belief, they don’t sit in a corner crying all day.
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empathy
/ˈɛmpəθi/ noun
the ability to identify with and understand somebody else's feelings or difficulties.
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endometriosis
/ˌendəʊmiːtriˈəusɪs/ medical
a disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside the uterus in places where it doesn't belong.
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engineer
/ˈɛndʒəˈnɪɹ/ noun
someone who lives by the motto “if it ain’t broke, take it apart and find out why.”
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engineer
/ˈɛndʒəˈnɪɹ/ noun
someone that possesses extreme levels of mechanical aptitude plus a formal education including large doses of applied math, physics and chemistry which they actually understands.
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entertainer
/ˌentəˈteɪnə(r)/ noun
a person whose job or goal is to perform for the amusement of others.
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entrepreneur
/ˌɑntɹəpɹəˈnʊɹ/ noun
someone who’s restless until their vision, plans and ideas are monetized.
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epidemic
/ˌepɪˈdemɪk/ noun
excessively prevalent. characterized by very widespread growth. especially an outbreak of disease.
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euphoria
/juˈfɔɹiə/ feeling
a feeling of great happiness like you are on cloud 9 having the best time of your life.
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euthanasia
/ˌjuːθəˈneɪziə/ medical
the practice of terminating the life of a person or an animal in a painless or minimally painful way in order to stop suffering or other undesired conditions in life.
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event planner
/ɪˈvɛnt ˈpɫænɝ/ noun
a person whose job is to make decisions about what is going to be done in the future.
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expensive shit
/ɪkˈspensɪv ʃɪt/ music
title of fela kuti’s 12th album. in 1974, the police planted a joint on him. before his arrest, he ate it. then the police brought him into custody as they waited for him to produce the (titular) excrement. he used another inmate’s feces and was released.
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extrovert
/ˈɛkstɹəˌvɝt/ personality
someone who recharges their energy from being around people. doesn’t mind being alone, but prefers the company of others as it excites them.
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eziokwu
/əzɪəʊkʊ/ noun
truth.
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fàájì
/fəːˈdʒɪ/ noun
yorùbá for enjoyment, pleasure, or a good time.
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face card
/feɪs kɑːd/ noun
used on social media to refer to a person’s facial attractiveness. a card that never declines in my case.
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fagbo jeun dobo
/ˈfægbəʊ ˈdʒeuːn dəbəʊ/ lifestyle
smoke, eat, fuck. a lifestyle.
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failing upwards
/ˈfeɪlɪŋ ʌpwədz/ verb
the act of performing horribly at your current position , while subsequently getting promoted or advanced to a more predominant position.
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fashion designer
/ˈfæʃən dɪˈzaɪnɝ/ noun
a creative mind who turns fabric into fabulous, occasionally outrageous, and sometimes even wearable art; turning threads into trends.
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fashionista
/ˈfæʃənista/ noun
fashion means style. and “ista,” derived from the latin word “manista,” means ‘the exhalted one.’ a fashionista is one who can commit no fashion faux pas.
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fashion killa
/ˈfæʃən kɪlə/ noun
rocking, rolling, swagging to the max. according to a$ap rocky, a fashion killa is someone (read: rihanna) always busy poppin’ tags.
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fast life
/fɑːst laɪf/ adj.
to be spontaneous to the point of never thinking anything through to the end before doing it. to be reckless.
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fat
/ˈfæt/ adj.
plus-sized, big-boned, thick, plump, curvy, fupa, whatever you call it, i am hot and that’s on God.
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father christmas
/ˌfɑːðə ˈkrɪsməs/ noun
santa claus in nigeria.
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favor over labor
/ˈfeɪvə ˈəʊvə ˈleɪbər/ belief
a hypothesis that no matter how much effort you put into an endeavour, it can never trump receiving favor from God. put forward by Odion Ighalo.
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FC
/ˌɛfˌsi/ stan
someone who not only believes in but also preaches the supremacy of wizkid as the goat.
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femicide
/ˈfem.ɪ.saɪd/ misogyny
a hate crime. the intentional killing of women or girls because they are female.
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feminist
/fɛmənɪst/ noun
someone who promotes gender equality, a simple concept that somehow riles up society.
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femme 🏳️🌈
/fem/ human
in a lesbian relationship, the femme has the less aggressive or feminine mentality.
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femme
/fem/ human
someone (female, male or other) who has an awareness of cultural standards of femininity and actively embodies a feminine appearance, role, or archetype.
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fiance
/fɪˈɒnseɪ/ noun
future husband, person to which one is engaged to marry.
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fiancée
/fɪˈɒnseɪ/ noun
a woman engaged to be married. a level of relationship status above that of “girlfriend.”
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fibromyalgia
/ˌfaɪbrəʊmaɪˈældʒiə/ medical
a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues.
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filmmaker
/ˈfɪlmˌmeɪkər/ noun
a person who makes movies as a director or producer.
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fitfam
/ˈfɪtˈfæm/ noun
someone who visits the gym religiously for the right reasons—to stay fit and healthy.
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foodie
/ˈfudi/ noun
someone who appreciates good cuisine, or just eats too damn much.
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freaky
/ˈfriːki/ personality
a girl who is most likely very innocent-looking and often shy, but when it comes to sex likes to be kinky.
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fuck
/fʌk/ exclamation
a largely censored word used when expressing extreme anger, or to add force to what is being said.
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fuck
/fʌk/ verb
to have sex with someone.
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fuck all
/fʌk ɔːl/ noun
another way to say “nothing.”
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FFS
/fɔːr fʌks seɪk/ exclamation
abbr. for “for fuck’s sake.” an expression of anger or frustration.
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fuck around
/fʌk əˈraʊnd/ phrasal verb
to behave stupidly or waste time doing things that are not important. quickest way to find out.
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fuck off
/fʌk ɒf/ phrasal verb
to leave or go away. used especially as a rude way of telling someone to go away.
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fucked
/fʌkt/ adj.
in a very bad or difficult situation.
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fucked up
/fʌkt ʌp/ adj.
unhappy and emotionally damaged. broken or not working properly.
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fucker
/ˈfʌkər/ noun
an unpleasant or stupid person.
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fucking
/ˈfʌkɪŋ/ adj., adverb
used to emphasize a statement, especially an angry one.
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fuck-up
/fʌkʌp/ noun
a serious problem.
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fuck you/them/it
/fʌk juː, ðem, ɪt/ idiom
another way of saying that you do not like, respect, or care about someone or something.
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fuck them kids
/fʌk ðem kɪdz/ idiom
a loud rebellion against the societal expectations of women to procreate, especially in relation to pro-life politics that strips them of the agency to their own body.
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fuckboy
/fʌkbɔɪ/ noun
he will lie to you about planning a future together and then when you start to get too serious he will ghost you. fuckboys invented ghosting.
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fújì
/ˈfudʒɪ/ music genre
popularised by alhaji sikiru ayinde barrister, a yorùbá music genre formed from the improvisational wéré music—music performed to wake muslims before dawn during the ramadan.
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functioning alcoholic
/ˈfəŋkʃənɪŋ ˌæɫkəˈhɑɫɪk/ noun
someone who can maintain an orderly, outward social appearance while their personal life has devolved into complete chaos due to over-drinking.
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fupa
/ˈɡeɪmɝ/ noun
a mem
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gamer
/ˈɡeɪmɝ/ noun
a member of the maligned, often-misunderstood group of people that regularly engage in video, computer, or tabletop games.
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gangsta
/ˈɡaŋstə/ noun
one who willfully promotes and participates in destructive and self-serving culture in an effort to project a particular image of ‘toughness’ or to make oneself intimidating.
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gas
/ɡæs/ verb
used commonly to hype someone up. usually about their looks or personality.
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gaslight
/ˈɡaslʌɪt/ verb
a gas-powered light. what? did you think it was something to do with manipulation? that’s crazy. are you crazy?
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gay 🏳️🌈
/ˈɡeɪ/ human
sexually and romantically attracted to someone of the same sex. could also mean “happy.”
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gbana
/ˈɡbɑːnə/ substance
street name for marijuana.
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gbéborùn
/ɡbeɪboʊruːn/ noun
yorùbá for a gossip, busybody, interloper.
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gemini
/ˈdʒemɪnaɪ/ astrology
gorgeous, quick-witted, expressive, full of laughs but a mean revenge game, definitely a keeper.
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gen z
/ˈdʒɛn zi/ noun
a person born between 1997-2012. the most misunderstood (and annoying) generation according to everyone else.
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geng
/ɡeŋ/ slang
a squad or team of friends who hangout together and have a lot in common.
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genius
/ˈdʒiːnɪəs/ noun
someone who is both blessed and cursed with superior intelligence.
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ghana loud
/ˈɡɑːnə laʊd/ substance
colloquial name for the less expensive and less sophisticated strain of marijuana.
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girl dad
/ɡɜːl dæd/ noun
a father who has only daughters and wants them to have the same rights, opportunities and privileges as boys.
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girlfriend
/ˈɡɜːlfrend/ noun
a girl you believe only sees you. the owner of your free time. someone you would do anything for.
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goat
/ɡoʊt/ status
greatest of all time.
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goated
/ɡoʊtəd/ adj.
someone whose goat status has been confirmed.
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gobe
/ɡoʊbeɪ/ slang
trouble or problem.
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God abeg
/ɡɔd əbɛɡ/ plea
when all else goes to shit, who do you cry to?
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God when
/ɡɔd wen/ plea
a humble, often rhetorical inquiry to one’s maker for a timeline insight at the sight of others fortune.
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God’s time
/ɡɒdz taɪm/ guarantee
the best. doesn’t need daylight saving or timezones.
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grace
/ɡreɪs/ noun
God’s favour toward the unworthy or benevolence on the undeserving.
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graduate
/ˈɡrædʒʊət/ noun
a person who has received a degree from a school, usually a tertiary institution.
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graphic designer
/ˈɡɹæfɪk dɪˈzaɪnɝ/ noun
a usually under-appreciated creative professional known for their keen sense of “what looks right visually.”
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groom
/ˈɡɹum/ noun
a man who is about to get married or just got married.
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gym rat
/ˈdʒɪm ɹæt/ lifestyle
a person who basically lives at the gym.
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hairstlylist
/ˈhɛɹstaɪɫɪst/ noun
a charming and charasmatic individual who has magical powers to transform your hair from grunge, to GLAM!
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hajj
/hædʒ/ pilgrimage
the religious journey to mecca that all muslims try to make at least once in their life.
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handicapped
/ˈhændɪkæpt/ human
to describe someone with a disability.
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hard guy
/hɑːd ɡaɪ/ noun
a person who is notorious for not expressing their emotions, and always maintains an “i’m fine” attitude even when the opposite is true.
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heaven
/ˈhevən/ afterlife
in some religions, the place, often imagined to be paradise in the sky, where God loves and righteous people are believed to go after they die.
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hedonism
/ˈhiːd(ə)nɪz(ə)m/ noun
the act of doing everything that is pleasurable to yourself. also the avoidance of pain.
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hell
/hel/ noun
a town in norway. i cannot make this shit up.
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hell
/hel/ afterlife
in many religions, a place of suffering during the afterlife, where wicked or unrighteous souls are punished.
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highlife
/haɪlaɪf/ music genre
a ghanaian music genre that involves multiple local fusions of african metre and western jazz melodies, and later gained popularity in nigeria.
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hijabi
/hɪˈdʒæbi/ noun
a muslimah who wears the islamic head cover, hijab. not a fetish for weird men.
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HIV
/ˌeɪtʃ aɪ ˈviː/ medical
short for “human immunodeficiency virus.” a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection. still no cure for the disease, but it is treatable with medicine.
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home
/ˈhoʊm/ noun
home isn’t always a place; it’s something or someone who makes you feel safe.
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hopeless romantic
/ˈhoʊpɫəs ɹoʊˈmæntɪk/ lover
although this person might suck at relationships and picking the right partner, they love love.
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hotelier
/həʊˈtelɪə(r)/ noun
a person who owns or manages a hotel.
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house
/haʊs/ music genre
a genre of electronic dance music characterised by a repetitive four-on-the-floor beat and a typical tempo of 120-130 beats per minute as a re-emergence of 1970s disco.
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HR
/eɪtʃ·ɑːr/ corporate
‘human resources.’ an employee whose job it is to ensure that other employees have the necessary resources for their tasks and foster a positive work environment.
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hubby
/ˈhʌbɪ/ noun
derived from “husband”, it is used to identify one’s boyfriend, signifying his potential as a husband, implying the presence of spousal attributes.
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human
/hjuˈmæn/ noun
self-absorbed animals in clothes.
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humanity
/hjuˈmænɪti/ noun
the condition of being human that triggers understanding and kindness towards other people.
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hustler
/ˈhʌslər/ noun
someone that makes money in any way they can or want.
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hustler
/ˈhʌslər/ noun
someone who uses their skills, talents or instincts to make a quick buck.
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hustler
/ˈhʌslər/ noun
(h) how
(u) u
(s) survive
(t) this
(l) life
(e) everyday,
(r ) resourcefully.
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hypernormal
/ˈhaɪpɝnɔɹməɫ/ adj.
horrifyingly mundane; so overly normal that it’s creepy.
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hypertensive
/ˌhaɪpəˈtensɪv/ medical
high blood pressure. a long-term condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.
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hypocrite
/ˈhɪpəkrɪt/ noun
someone who tells people to not do things they themselves do. worse are those who insult or judge people for doing the same things they do.
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ice
/aɪs/ substance
colloquial name for crystal meth, ice is a central nervous system stimulant that produces an intense rush that can make you feel happy, confident, energetic and alert.
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idan
/ˈɪdɒn/ slang
yorùbá for ‘magic.’ used to describe someone extraordinary, unique, special, influential and powerful.
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igbo
/ˈɪɡboʊ/ ethnicity
an ethnic group from southeast nigeria primarily found in abia, anambra, ebonyi, enugu and imo, also in delta and rivers states. originated from the verb “gboo,” to mean “a protected people or a community of peace.”
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igbo
/ˈigbəʊ/ substance
street name for marijuana.
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igbo kwenu
/ˈɪɡboʊˈ kweɪnuː/ greeting
a universal igbo greeting. a sacred call that connotes agreement, endorsement and unity to achieve a common purpose.
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ignorant
/ˈɪɡnərənt/ adj.
to describe someone with a lack of knowledge, information or awareness about something in particular.
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IJGB
/aɪ dʒeɪ dʒiː bɪ/ noun
acronym for i just got back. a phrase to describe citizens who just returned from the diaspora.
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immigrant
/ˈɪmɪɡrənt/ noun
in its original, broadest and literal meaning, an immigrant is any person who lives in a country other than their country of birth.
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imọlẹ
/ɪˈmɔːle/ noun
“light” in yorùbá. a word that came to light upon the passing of street rap icon, mohbad.
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imperfect
/ɪmˈpɜːfɪkt/ adj.
me.
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incognito
/ˌɪnkɒɡˈniːtəʊ/ noun
kinda like being on the run, but not necessarily to escape from the law. more like being in hiatus for a while to get away from stuff going on in your life or to clear your mind.
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indecisive
/ˌɪndɪˈsaɪsɪv/ adj.
when you are unable to make up your mind, or have a hard time deciding something.
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indica
/ˈindika/ substance
the biological name for strains that can be calming and relaxing.
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influencer
/ˈɪnflʊənsə/ noun
a person that has become an authority on a niche or industry on social media over time.
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inshallah
/in shāʾ Allāh/ arabic
if Allah wills it.
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inside life
/ɪnˈsaɪd laɪf/ slang
an idiom used to describe the harsh reality of things.
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insomniac
/ɪnˈsɒmnɪək/ noun
someone who suffers from sleep deprivation.
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intern
/ˈɪntɝn/ noun
someone who’s aware that they are being ripped off but keeps working because what other route to work experience?
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introspection
/ˌɪntɹoʊˈspɛkʃən/ noun
observation or examination of one’s own mental and emotional state, mental processes, etc.; the act of looking within oneself.
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introvert
/ˈɪntɹoʊˌvɝt/ personality
a person who is energized by spending time alone. contrary to popular belief, not all introverts are shy.
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IPOB
/ˈaɪpɒb/ people
“indigenous people of biafra.” also known as the igbos.
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ITK
/aɪ-tiː-keɪ/ noun
“i too know.” a derogatory term used to describe someone who knows too much and flaunts it in a manner as to attract attention to themselves.
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IVF
/ˌaɪ viː ˈef/ medical
abbreviation for “in vitro fertilization.” a medical way of making someone pregnant, in which an egg is fertilizer outside the body and the resulting embryo is put into the womb to develop into a baby.
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IYKYK
/IYKYK/ inside joke
shorthand for: “if you know, you know.” a melodramatic expression that has potential to create copious amounts of fomo.
318.
jama-jama
/dʒæmɑː dʒæmɑː/ slang
doing anything just to make money to survive.
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jane doe
/dʒeɪn dəʊ/ lowkey
an unknown woman. a person whose name, identity is intentionally concealed.
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japa
/jɑːkpə/ verb
the act of escaping, fleeing, or disappearing quickly from a “situation,” often in a hasty and urgent manner, and to new dispensation.
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jazz
/dʒæz/ slang
nigerian slang for spell or diabolical magic.
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jazz
/dʒæz/ music genre
a harmonically sophisticated genre of music characterised by complex harmony, syncopated rhythms and based on improvisation. created by african american musicians in new orleans.
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JJC
/dʒeɪ dʒeɪ si/ noun
acronym for johnny just come. used to reference someone who is naive or new to a situation or place.
324.
john doe
/dʒɒn dəʊ/ lowkey
an unknown man. a person whose name, identity is intentionally concealed.
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jollof warrior
/ˈdʒɒlɒf ˈwɒrɪə/ noun
a person willing to risk it all for a plate of jollof rice, including going to war.
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journalist
/ˈdʒɝnəɫɪst/ noun
a person whose job is telling people about things soon to be topics.
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juju
/ˈdʒuːdʒuː/ faith
the use of diabolical charms and belief of dark, magical, and spiritual forces by nigerians and neighbouring west african countries.
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jùjú
/ˈdʒuːdʒuː/ music genre
a style of yorùbá popular music that uses traditional percussion. later reformed and popularised by king sunny adé and ebenezer obey, tunde king created the genre.
329.
justice
/ˈdʒʌstɪs/ noun
the process or result of using laws to fairly judge and punish crimes and criminals.
330.
karma
/ˈkɑːmə/ belief
the buddhist belief that whatever you do comes back to you.
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kasala
/ˈkæsələ/ slang
trouble or problem.
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keep it halal
/kip ɪt hæɫæɫ/ verb
halal is an arabic word that means “lawful or permitted.” a term used in contrast with the word haram (which means “unlawful or not allowed”).
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kẹ́hìndé
/ˈkehɪndeɪ/ name
yorùbá name given to the second born of a twin. translates to “he/she who comes last.”
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keke
/keke/ noun
commercial tricycle used in nigeria. also known as “keke napep” or “maruwa.”
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kinky
/ˈkɪŋki/ adj.
relating to, having, or appealing to unconventional tastes, especially in sex. sexually out of the box or non-vanilla.
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korope
/koʊroʊkpeɪ/ noun
a commercial 8-seater minibus used in nigeria.
337.
kpekus
/kpeɪkuːs/ slang
local nigerian nickname for “vagina.”
338.
kpoli
/ˈkpɒli/ substance
street name for marijuana.
339.
kudi
/kuːdiː/ noun
hausa for “money.” the only thing that makes the world go round.
340.
kwashiorkor
/ˌkwæʃiˈɔːkɔːr/ medical
malnutrition produced by a severely inadequate amount of protein in the diet. commonly seen in children whose diets are low in protein and calories.
341.
l
/el/ noun
loss.
342.
lactose intolerant
/ˈɫæktoʊs ˌɪnˈtɑɫɝənt/ adj.
when someone can’t eat dairy foods (milk) because of the sugar content. will they give it up though?
343.
lágbájá
/la·gba·ja/ lowkey
an unknown man in yoruba. a person whose name, identity is intentionally concealed.
344.
lasgidi
/ˌlæsˈɡɪdi/ slang
nickname for the city of lagos, the most populous black city on earth.
345.
laslas
/ˌlæslæs/ slang
nigerian pidgin for “at the end of the day.”
346.
lassa fever
/ˈlæsə ˌfiːvər/ medical
an acute viral haemorrhagic illness caused by lassa virus. contracted by humans through exposure to food or household items contaminated with urine or faeces of infected mastomys rats.
347.
late bloomer
/leɪt ˈbɫumɝ/ noun
someone who becomes successful, attractive, etc., at a later time in life than other people.
348.
lawyer
/ˈɫɔjɝ/ noun
the person you pay to convince the judge/jury that you didn’t do it.
349.
legacy
/ˈlɛgəsi/ noun
something handed down from one generation to the next. synonymous with heritage, practices that are passed down from the past by tradition.
350.
lemonade
/leməˈneɪd/ motivation
what you make with the lemons life throws at you.
351.
leo
/ˈɫioʊ/ astrology
cheerful, warm, vivacious, theatrical, passionate, generous, brash and confident. a fearless optimist and natural leader.
352.
lepa
/ˈlepə/ slang
tall skinny nigerian hottie.
353.
lesbian 🏳️🌈
/ˈlezbiən/ human
a woman who is attracted to other women only.
354.
lesbian 🏳️🌈
/ˈlezbiən/ human
similar to vegans in the fact that they don’t eat meat.
355.
liberal
/ˈɫɪˌbɝəɫ/ politics
willing to understand and respect other people’s behaviour, opinions, etc., especially when they are different from your own; believing people should be able to choose how they behave.
356.
libra
/ˈlibrə/ astrology
elegance, charm and exquisite taste, naturally kind, very gentle, lover of beauty. fixation on balance and harmony.
357.
life
/laɪf/ sigh
a sexually-transmitted, terminal disease.
358.
life
/laɪf/ sigh
life is like a dick, when it gets hard, fuck it!
359.
life
/laɪf/ sigh
i get up at five in the morning, fight traffic, bust my hump all day, fight traffic again, then pay my bills — the end.
360.
life of the party
/laɪf əv ði pɑːrti/ noun
the person considered the rager or party animal. particularly people who know how to fuck shit up and have a good time!
361.
lightskin
/ˈɫaɪtskɪn/ adj.
a black person with caramel complexion or lighter. a beautiful skin to have.
362.
loner
/ˈɫoʊnɝ/ noun
someone that likes being alone, and is happy with what they are. often called freaks because most people don’t understand the phrase "leave me the fuck alone."
363.
longsightedness
/ˌlɒŋˈsaɪtɪdnəs/ medical
the condition of only being able to clearly see things that are far away from you.
364.
longsightedness
/ˌlɒŋˈsaɪtɪdnəs/ adj.
good judgement about what will be needed in the future and the ability to make wise decisions based on this.
365.
loud
/laʊd/ substance
colloquial name for marijuana that has psychoactive effects.
366.
love
/lʌv/ noun
giving someone a gun, letting them point it at your heart, and trusting them not to shoot.
367.
love
/lʌv/ noun
love is patient, kind, does not envy, does not boast, not proud, not self-seeking, not easily angered, does not dishonor others, keeps no record of wrongs.
368.
love and light
/lʌv ænd laɪt/ prayers
an expression (or condolence) you send to people to reach them with healing.
369.
love in lagos
/ˈɫəv ɪn ɫeɪɡɔs/ cruise
dey play.
370.
loyalty
/ˈlɔɪəltɪ/ noun
staying true to someone or something even when other things call attention.
371.
lupus
/ˈluːpəs/ medical
a disease where the body’s immume system attacks normal human cells and does not fight off infection.
372.
maga
/ˈmæɡə/ slang
nigerian slang used to refer to someone gullible who is easily deceived, especially in the context of being scammed or taken advantage of. been in existence long before trump formed the american faction.
373.
makeup artist
/ˈmeɪˌkəp ɑɹtɪst/ noun
picasso, but the face is my canvas.
374.
male gaze
/meɪl ɡeɪz/ patriarchy
when a woman is visually positioned as an “object” of heterosexual male desire. her feelings, thoughts and her own sexual drives are less important than her being “framed” by male desire.
375.
man
/mən/ human
expectations: provider, protector, strong and aggressive. reality: just a person.
376.
mansplain
/ˈmænspleɪn/ misogyny
to explain something to someone in a way that suggests that they are stupid. used especially when a man explains something to a woman that she already understands.
377.
marijuana
/ˌmærəˈwɑːnə/ substance
also known as cannabis or weed. a psychoactive drug from the cannabis plant that has various mental and physical effects such as euphoria, altered states of mind and sense of time, difficulty concentrating, impaired short-term memory, impaired body movement (balance and fine psychomotor control), relaxation, and an increase in appetite.
378.
mazi
/mɑːziː/ prefix
a name prefix like “mr.” “sir” in igbo. a formal way to address a mature male.
379.
mecca
/ˈmekə/ pilgrimage
the holy city of islam in saudi arabia.
380.
mechanic
/məˈkænɪk/ noun
a person who repairs and maintains vehicles, machinery, motors, etc.
381.
milf
/mɪlf/ noun
short for: mom i’d like (to) fuck. used to describe an older woman (with or without children) who is deemed to be sexually attractive.
382.
millennial
/mɪˈɫɛniəɫ/ noun
a person born between 1981-1996. according to boomers, an annoying child; according to gen z’ers, an annoying senior citizen.
383.
minimalist
/ˈmɪnɪməlɪst/ noun
characterized by extreme spareness and simplicity.
384.
minister of enjoyment
/ˈmɪnɪstə ɒv ɪnˈdʒɔɪmənt/ noun
someone who is only about that soft life and living it to its fullest.
385.
misogyny
/ˈmɪzədʒɪni/ noun
hatred or prejudice against women, typically exhibited by men. a consequence of patriarchy, the term may be applied to certain individuals as well as larger systems, societies, or cultures.
386.
model
/ˈmɑdəɫ/ noun
more than just a human hanger.
387.
molly
/ˈmɒli/ substance
colloquial name for MDMA, aka ecstasy. taken orally in pills, its effects may be prosocial including altered sensations, increased energy, empathy, and pleasure.
388.
mom
/mʌm/ life giver
the woman who gave birth to you. she sometimes gets in your face and business, but you love her no matter what and she loves you too.
389.
money
/ˈmʌni/ noun
currency in the form of paper or metal. sometimes a few pieces of this paper can be worth more than your life.
390.
money
/ˈmʌni/ noun
a wonderful material that equates power and high social status.
391.
money
/ˈmʌni/ adj.
skilled to the level of being as good as currency.
392.
monogamous
/məˈnɒɡəməs/ adj.
having a sexual relationship with only one partner at a time.
393.
mugu
/muːɡuː/ slang
mumu + maga = mugu.
394.
mum
/mʌm/ life giver
the woman who gave birth to you. she sometimes gets in your face and business, but you love her no matter what and she loves you too.
395.
mumu
/mumu/ slang
nigerian slang used to describe a person who acts daft.
396.
muslim
/ˈməzɫɪm/ noun
one who submits to Allah, the God of peace and love.
397.
narcissist
/ˈnɑːsɪsɪst/ noun
an inflated ego with a fragile sense of self. uses manipulative tactics (such as gaslighting) to control their supply.
398.
narcolepsy
/ˈnɑːrkəʊlepsi/ medical
a chronic and usually hereditary sleep disorder in which the person affected will suffer spontaneous bouts of sleep (or “sleep attacks”) during the day.
399.
navy
/ˈneɪvɪ/ stan
a proud member of rihanna’s fandom. they are just as laid back as their queen as they keep practising monk-like patience with the mogul.
400.
nerdy
/ˈnɝdi/ adj.
to be devoted to intellectual, academic, or technical pursuits or interests. usually socially awkward.
401.
netflix and chill
/ˈnɛtfɫɪks ænd tʃɪɫ/ codeword
a code word used to say you wanna fuck.
402.
newscaster
/ˈnjuːzˌkɑː.stər/ superhero
a person who reads out broadcast news stories; a newsreader.
403.
ni kini
/nɪ kɪnɪ/ ???
yorùbá for “say what???”
404.
nihilist
/ˈniːɪlɪst/ noun
someone who rejects all theories of morality, political or religious belief and take the view that life has no meaning.
405.
no
/ˈnoʊ/ no consent
No!
406.
no evidence
/ˈnoʊ ɛvɪd(ə)ns/ slang
you go explain taya.
407.
non-binary 🏳️🌈
/ˈnɑnˈbaɪnɝi/ noun
an umbrella term for all genders that are not binary. while men and women are binary, genderfluid, agender and demiboy are non-binary.
408.
nostalgia
/nɔˈstæɫdʒə/ feeling
the remembrance of a good time or event that makes you happy.
409.
nuance
/ˈnuɑns/ noun
a very slight difference in meaning, sound, colour or somebody’s feelings that is not usually very obvious.
410.
nurse
/ˈnɝs/ noun
a healthcare professional belonging to one of the most trusted and seemingly underappreciated professions. hospitals wouldn’t run without them.
411.
nympho
/ˌnɪmfoʊ/ noun
a woman with very strong sexual desires.
412.
O.T. Law
/ˌəʊ ˈtɪ lɔː/ phrase
it is gone.
413.
O.T. Sumi
/ˌəʊ ˈtɪ ˈsuːˈmɪ/ phrase
i’m tired.
414.
OAP
/ˌoʊˌeɪˌpiː/ superhero
‘on-air personality.’ a show host or presenter in a radio or television station. they are known for their distinct voice and cute personality.
415.
obago
/ˈɒbɑɡəʊ/ remark
igbo for “it has entered.”
416.
OBO
/oʊ ˈbɪ oʊ/ slang
acronym for “ọmọ baba olowo,” yorùbá for “a wealthy man’s child.” invented by davido to announce himself onto the music scene and own his narrative as a privileged kid.
417.
òbò
/oʊboʊ/ noun
yorùbá for “vagina.”
418.
OCD
/ˌoʊˌsiˌdi/ mental health
a stressful (obsessive-compulsive) disorder. you constantly feel like you are forgetting something, even when you've checked things over multiple times. everything you do has to be perfect and any minor flaw ruins the entire “image.”
419.
ọ̀dẹ̀
/ɔːde/ derogatory
yorùbá for “foolish.” someone lacking ordinary quickness and keenness of mind.
420.
ode
/əʊd/ poem
a poem expressing the writer’s thoughts and feelings about a particular person or subject.
421.
odogwu
/ˈoʊdoʊgʊ/ noun
a strong man; of charisma and prowess. someone who has shown strength and capability to face and handle challenges.
422.
oduduwa
/oʊduːduːwə/ supernatural
a divine or semi-divine being sent by the creator deity, olodumare, from heaven, to create the earth upon the waters, in yorùbá religious traditions.
423.
oga
/ˌəʊˈkeɪ ˈbuːmɝ/ noun
nigerian pidgin for “boss.”
424.
oja
/ˈʌdʒæ/ substance
yorùbá for “market.” street name for marijuana.
425.
ok boomer
/ˌəʊˈkeɪ ˈbuːmɝ/ phrase
usually used to dismiss the older generation when they start to judge you.
426.
okada
/ˈɒkədə/ noun
a motorcycle taxi commonly used in nigeria and other african countries.
427.
okó
/oʊkoʊ/ noun
yorùbá for “penis.”
428.
okrika
/owkrɪkæ/ slang
thrift clothes in nigeria. a significant part of the country’s culture and commerce.
429.
okurrr
/owkɹɹ̩/ exclamation
a fun, sassy, and trilled way of saying ok. known as a catchphrase of rapper cardi b.
430.
old money
/ˌəʊld ˈmʌni/ class
people who come from families that have had a lot of money for a long time, which gives them a high social position. what new money aspires to be.
431.
old school
/ˈoʊɫd skuːl/ noun
anything that is from an earlier era and looked upon with high regard or respect. can be used to refer to music, clothing, language, or anything.
432.
old soul
/ˈoʊɫd soʊɫ/ noun
a person who is wise beyond their years. someone of strong emotional stability, who has better understanding of the world around them.
433.
olfaction
/ɒlˈfækʃən/ noun
the sense of smell.
434.
olodo
/oʊloʊdoʊ/ noun
yorùbá for a stupid person, one who receives poor grades. coined from “olu” which means lord, and “odo” which means zero.
435.
olodumare
/oʊloʊduːmæreɪ/ noun
God in yorùbá culture, the creator of the universe and all living things.
436.
olofofo
/oʊloʊfoʊfoʊ/ noun
yorùbá for gossiper. a rumour peddler.
437.
ọlọrun
/ˈɔːlɔːruːn/ noun
God in yorùbá culture, the creator of the universe and all living things.
438.
olympian
/oʊˈɫɪmpiən/ noun
someone who is taking part in, or has taken part in, the olympic games.
439.
ọmọ
/ˈɔːmɔː/ expression
yorùbá for “child.” the nigerian equivalent of american slang for deep sigh—oou chile.
440.
ọmọ àsè
/ˈɒmɒ əˈseɪ/ noun
yorùbá for a person who is not street smart or lacks street credibility.
441.
ọmọlúàbí
/ˈɒmɒluːabiː/ noun
a person of good character.
442.
open relationship
/ˈəʊpən rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/ adj.
an intimate relationship that is sexually non-monogamous. one or more parties have permission to be romantically or sexually involved with people outside of the relationship.
443.
optimist
/ˈɒptɪmɪst/ adj.
someone who looks on the bright side of life. with them, the cup is half full.
444.
opulent
/ˈɒpjələnt/ adj.
expensive and luxurious.
445.
òrìṣà
/oʊrɪʃə/ supernatural
a divine spirit sent by the supreme creator in yorùbá religion, olodumare, to assist humanity and teach them to be successful here on earth.
446.
orobo
/ˈɔːrɔːbɔː/ slang
nigerian slang for a fat person.
447.
ototo
/ˈʌtʌtʌ/ adverb
yorùbá for “differently.” used to enunciate individuality how we came to this world (and are going to leave it) differently at our own unique timing.
448.
out of pocket
/aʊt əv pɒkɪt/ adj.
used to describe an action or a person whose actions can typically be qualified as being reckless, typically in an unnecessary manner.
449.
outside
/aʊtˈsaɪd/ noun
someone
450.
outsider
/aʊtˈsaɪdɝ/ stan
someone who not only believes in but also preaches the supremacy of burna boy as the goat.
451.
overthinker
/oʊvɝˈθɪŋkɝ/ noun
the art of creating problems that weren't even there.
452.
owambe
/əʊwæmbe/ event
a large, grandiose party thrown by nigerians (esp. yoruba people) anywhere in the world, that involves a lot of food, dancing, loud music, and spraying.
453.
owo
/əʊwəʊ/ noun
yorùbá for “money.” a word you pronounce by folding your mouth, enunciating the power of money to dictate to mankind.
454.
pandemic
/pænˈdemɪk/ medical
a worldwide outbreak of a disease.
455.
pansexual 🏳️🌈
/ˈpænsɛkʃuəɫ/ human
a person whose affections—romantic, platonic or sexual—are potentially geared towards anyone regardless of sex or gender identity.
456.
paper therapy
/ˈpeɪpɝ ˈθɛɹəpi/ noun
counting your money to feel successful, satisfied, or relaxed.
457.
pastor
/ˈpɑːstə/ noun
the shepherd. someone who preaches the gospel to a congregation.
458.
patriarchy
/ˈpeɪtɹiˌɑɹki/ noun
a system that awards men all the power, not necessarily because they are deserving but because they are, well, men.
459.
patriot act
/ˈpatrɪət ækt/ politics
a kneejerk response to 9/11. the single greatest advancement of fascism in the united states’s history.
460.
patriotic
/patrɪˈɒtɪk/ adj.
the act of brown-nosing to a country. to be loyal to ones country.
461.
peniaphobia
/peniəfəʊbiə/ phobia
an abnormal fear of poverty, or becoming broke. derived from the greek word “penia” which means poverty.
462.
pepper
/ˈpepə/ experience
something men have in abundance to show you.
463.
pessimist
/ˈpesɪmɪst/ noun
someone rarely disappointed, but sadly, very rarely surprised.
464.
pessimist
/ˈpesɪmɪst/ noun
someone known for their negative outlook upon life. with them the cup is half empty.
465.
petite
/pəˈtiːt/ adj.
a woman under 5'4 (or 162cm), small-framed, usually skinny, and most importantly, pretty.
466.
pharmacist
/ˈfɑːməsɪst/ noun
a professsional drug dealer well informed of the thousands of side effects medications give you.
467.
photographer
/fəˈtɑɡɹəfɝ/ noun
an artist with the lens. not to be mistaken for just a camera owner, photographers are known for seeing things that ordinary people don’t.
468.
photographer
/fəˈtɑɡɹəfɝ/ noun
the only person a woman attentively listens to and obeys sincerely and does exactly as they say.
469.
physical touch
/ˈfɪzɪk(ə)l tʌtʃ/ love language
receiver feels love through physical affection. aside from sex, they feel loved when their lover holds their hand, touches their arm, or gives them a massage.
470.
pikin
/pɪkɪn/ slang
nigerian slang for “child.” originated during the slave trade era from the portuguese word “pequenino” for “very small.”
471.
pisces
/ˈpaɪsiːz/ astrology
psychic, empathetic, and compassionate. sensitive, naive, adaptable, constant division of attention between fantasy and reality.
472.
plug
/plʌɡ/ noun
a person who has everything you need.
473.
pluto
/ˈpluːtəʊ/ planet
used to be the ninth planet of our solar system. nowadays, it is home to shallipopi and his fans. a location with no bearing on the map.
474.
plutomania
/ˈpluːtəʊmeɪniə/ stan
someone who lives in pluto under the leadership of presido la pluto, shallipopi.
475.
podcaster
/ˈpɔdˌkæstɝ/ noun
a person who makes an audio or video recording and puts it on the internet, while usually giving unsolicited advice.
476.
poet
/ˈpoʊət/ noun
a person who writes poems. someone who displays imaginative power and beauty of thought, language and expression.
477.
polio
/ˈpəʊliəʊ/ medical
a virus that may cause paralysis and is easily preventable by the polio vaccine. it is transmitted through contaminated water or food, or contact with an infected person.
478.
politically incorrect
/pəˈlɪtɪkəlɪ ɪnkəˈrekt/ adj.
saying what you mean, and meaning what you say, even though it comes across as insensitive or tone deaf.
479.
polyamorous
/ˌpɒlɪˈam(ə)rəs/ adj.
having multiple sexually or romantically committed relationships at the same time, with the consent of all partners involved.
480.
polyandrous
/ˌpɒliˈændrəs/ adj.
a woman who has two or more boyfriends at the same time.
481.
polygamous
/pəˈɫɪɡəməs/ adj.
married to more than one person at the same time, or relating to this practice.
482.
postpartum depression
/pəʊstˈpɑrtəm dɪˈpɹɛʃən/ mental health
strong feelings of sadness, anxiety (worry) and tiredness that last for a long time after giving birth. a common postnatal medical condition.
483.
prenup
/ˌpriːˈnʌp/ legal
short for “prenuptial agreement.” a contract signed by two people before they get married that says what will happen to their possessions and/or children if they divorce.
484.
press
/pres/ media
newspapers or journalists viewed collectively.
485.
pride
/praɪd/ lgbtq🏳️🌈
a sense of one’s own proper dignity or value; self-respect. the least the queer community asks of society.
486.
pro-choice
/ˈpɹoʊ-ˈtʃɔɪs/ politics
a political view that believes that abortion should be legal and accessible. not necessarily pro-abortion, it is being in support of a woman having the option available.
487.
problem solver
/ˈprɒbləm sɑɫvɝ/ noun
someone whose entire thought process revolves around finding solutions to problems.
488.
procrastination
/pɹəˌkɹæstəˈneɪʃən/ noun
i’ll put up a definition later.
489.
product manager
/ˈprɒd.ʌkt mæn.ɪ.dʒər/ noun
someone who owns the product strategy behind a product (physical or digital), specifies its functional requirements, and manages feature releases.
490.
programmer
/ˈpɹud/ noun
a machine that turns coffee into code, one paid to professionally scream at a computer.
491.
prostate cancer
/ˈprɒsteɪt kænsər/ medical
a cancer in a man’s prostate—a small wallnut-sized gland that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.
492.
prude
/ˈpɹud/ adj.
someone who will not engage in any kind of sexual activity.
493.
psychic
/ˈsaɪkɪk/ noun
a person with a special talent to see things others may not see.
494.
psycho
/ˈsaɪkoʊ/ noun
a crazy bitch you probably don’t want to mess with.
495.
punani
/pʊˈnɑːni/ slang
jamaican patois for “pussy.” originated from the english word “poon” which means vagina, and hawaiian word “puanani” meaning beautiful flower.
496.
pussy
/ˈpʊsi/ noun
what most people in the UK would call a cat.
497.
pussy
/ˈpʊsi/ mystery
the only thing that can bleed for seven days and not die.
498.
pussy
/ˈpʊsi/ noun
soft, warm, persuasive. could be a woman’s genitals or a man society thinks of as cowardly.
499.
pussywhipped
/ˈpʊsiˌ(h)wɪpt/ adj.
a man who has lost his testicles (read: balls) to his woman.
500.
quality time
/ˈkwɒlɪtɪ taɪm/ love language
putting down the phone, turning off the computer, making eye contact, and actively listening. receiver wants undivided attention.
501.
que sera sera
/ˈkeɪ sɛˌɹɑː sɛˈɹɑː/ phrase
hispanicized italian for “whatever will be, will be.”used to express a personal philosophy of fatalism and acceptance of the future.
502.
queer 🏳️🌈
/ˈkwɪɹ/ human
a proud member of the lgbt community.
503.
racism
/ˈɹeɪˌsɪzəm/ noun
discrimination, antagonism and prejudice towards people based on their race or ethnicity.
504.
rape
/ˌreɪp/ crime
a serious form of sexual assault, universally illegal, which involves forced (or coerced) sexual intercourse by one person upon another without their consent.
505.
ravers
/ˈreɪvəz/ stan
the fandom of rema. known for their high levels of participation, creativity and fanaticism.
506.
realtor
/ˈɹiəɫtɝ/ noun
a person whose job is to arrange the sale, renting or management of homes, land and buildings for the owners. also known as real estate agent.
507.
receiving gifts
/rɪˈsiːvɪŋ ɡɪfts/ love language
gift-giving indicates love and affection. receiver treasures not only the gift itself but also the time and effort the gift-giver put into it.
508.
red flag
/ˌred ˈflæɡ/ noun
a sign or warning of any impending danger, disaster or doom.
509.
refnol
/refnʌl/ substance
a strong hypnotic (a drug that causes sleep), sedative (causing relaxation and sleepiness), anticonvulsant (fighting seizures), an anxiolytic (relieving anxiety), amnestic (causing forgetfulness), and skeletal muscle relaxant used as a treatment for sleep disorders. thought to be one of the most effective hypnotic medications.
510.
repressed
/rɪˈprest/ adj.
afraid to colour outside the lines, stuck in a rut, someone who does not take chances or try new things outside of their comfort zone.
511.
rest
/ˌrest/ verb
what you tell somebody that’s doing too much.
512.
restaurateur
/ˌrest(ə)rəˈtɜː/ noun
a person who owns and manages a restaurant.
513.
retail therapy
/ˈɹiˌteɪɫ ˈθɛɹəpi/ noun
the act of shopping as an outlet for frustration and a reliever of stress.
514.
reticent
/ˈretɪsənt/ adj.
unwilling to speak about your thoughts or feelings.
515.
the revolution
/ðiː ˌrevəˈluːʃən/ noun
thanks to the advent of technology, will be televised.
516.
rich auntie
/rɪtʃ ˈɑːntɪ/ noun
the aunt in the family who has a good career, is humble yet bougie. usually has no kids, but shows up to the family functions showing love. very chill.
517.
ride or die
/ˈɹaɪd ɔː daɪ/ noun
someone you love or really appreciate in your life and are willing to do anything for. a person who you stand by in any problem and vice versa.
518.
rizz
/ˌrɪz/ noun
coined from charisma. to have game and pull bitches.
519.
sagittarius
/ˌsædʒɪˈteərɪəs/ astrology
adventurous and expansive, curious, bold, great sense of humour, tend to think before they speak, brutally honest, adaptable.
520.
sapiosexual
/ˌsæpiəʊˈsekʃuəl/ adj.
someone who finds the content’s of someone else’s mind to be their most attractive attribute, above and before their physical characteristics.
521.
sativa
/səˈtivə/ substance
the biological name for strains that tend to produce an energetic, euphoric buzz.
522.
schizophrenia
/ˌskɪtsə(ʊ)ˈfriːnɪə/ mental health
a mental illness that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. people with schizophrenia may seem like they have lost touch with reality.
523.
scorpio
/ˈskɔːpɪəʊ/ astrology
clairvoyant and intuitive, resourceful, passionate, jealous, extremely loyal and deeply compassionate. blunt, but not without tact.
524.
see finish
/siː fɪnɪʃ/ slang
a situation where a person loses or has lost respect from one or more people, due to prolonged proximity.
525.
self-aware
/ˈsɛɫf-əˈweə/ adj.
to see yourself clearly and objectively through reflection and introspection. having conscious knowledge of one's own character and feelings.
526.
self-conscious
/ˌselfˈkɒnʃəs/ adj.
excessively aware of being observed by others.
527.
self-conscious
/ˌselfˈkɒnʃəs/ adj.
when you’re trying to take a selfie in public but fear other people are staring at you.
528.
selfless
/ˈselfləs/ adj.
devoted to others. someone who cares more about other people than themselves.
529.
serendipity
/ˌsɛɹənˈdɪpɪti/ noun
a very good coincidence, often leading to something really awesome. something pleasant found that’s not sought for.
530.
sexism
/ˈsɛksɪzəm/ noun
prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex.
531.
sexual assault
/ˌsekʃuəl əˈsɒlt/ crime
any act consisting of physical contact of a sexual nature (incl. touching, groping, licking, oral sex or sexual intercourse) without consent or while one or more parties is under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or loss of consciousness.
532.
sexual harassment
/ˌsekʃuəl həˈræsmənt/ crime
the creation of a hostile environment via sexual comments and/or innuendo, sexually explicit language, sexual or crude humour, unwanted sexual advances, or the use of a position of power to obtain sexual favours.
533.
shengbowerey
/ˌʃengbɔːweɪreɪ/ slang
yorùbá for “are you listening to this mad person?” what you tell someone that’s just uttered something ludicrous.
534.
shortsightedness
/ˌʃɔːtˈsaɪtɪdnəs/ medical
the condition of only being able to see clearly objects that are close to you.
535.
shortsightedness
/ˌʃɔːtˈsaɪtɪdnəs/ adj
the quality of not thinking enough about how an action will affect the future, or an example of this.
536.
shy
/ˈʃaɪ/ adj
a person who has trouble communicating with new people, the opposite sex, outgoing people, and those they find attractive.
537.
sickle cell
/ˈsɪkəl ˌsel/ medical
when red blood cells become crescent-shaped due to a genetic mutation, causing them not to bend or move easily, thereby blocking blood flow to the rest of the body.
538.
sickler
/ˈsɪklɝ/ noun
a person who has sickle-cell disease; the most common inherited blood disorder.
539.
simp
/sɪmp/ noun
a man who puts the hoes before the bros.
540.
single
/ˈsɪŋɡl/ adj.
not being in a romantic relationship with a significant other, the natural state of a human. alone doesn’t have to mean lonely.
541.
single dad
/ˈsɪŋɡl dæd/ noun
an unmarried male parent raising children. an almost impossible role, but they make it work.
542.
single mom
/ˈsɪŋɡl mʌm/ noun
an unmarried female parent raising children. an almost impossible role, but they make it work.
543.
situationship
/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃənʃɪp/ noun
a relationship that has no label on it... like a friendship, but more than a friendship, but not quite a relationship.
544.
SK
/es keɪ/ substance
short for “skunk,” a high-potency cannabis which contains high levels of thc and little or no cbd, hence can cause paranoia and hallucinations.
545.
skinny
/ˈskɪni/ adj.
thin. if fat doesn't mean obese, skinny doesn't mean anorexic thin.
546.
slay queen
/sleɪ kwiːn/ noun
a derogatory term for a young female gold digger who is active on social media and pretends to afford a lavish partying lifestyle.
547.
slimthick
/ˈsɫɪm θɪk/ adj.
when you're skinny (small waist, flat stomach) but still have a fat ass and thick thighs.
548.
slut
/ˈsɫət/ double standards
a woman with the morals of a man.
549.
smart
/smɑːt/ adj.
knowledgeable, witty, or intelligent. not a popular thing to be nowadays.
550.
snaccident
/snæksədənt/ noun
when you eat all the snack by accident.
551.
sneaker head
/ˈsniːkə hed/ noun
the exact same thing as a crackhead but instead of crack, it’s sneakers.
552.
sneaky link
/ˈsniki lɪŋk/ noun
when you and another person are fucking but don’t want anyone to know about it.
553.
sober
/ˈsoʊbɝ/ adj.
state in which you are not under the influence of any intoxicating substance.
554.
social butterfly
/ˈsoʊʃəɫ ˈbətɝˌfɫaɪ/ noun
a person who is socially dynamic, successful at networking, charismatic, and personally gregarious. a people’s person.
555.
socialism
/ˈsoʊʃəˌɫɪzəm/ noun
a political system with the aim of creating a society in which everyone has an equal opportunity to benefit from a country’s wealth.
556.
social anxiety
/ˈsəʊʃ(ə)l æŋˈzæɪətɪ/ mental health
horrible condition where a overwhelmingly fear occurs in social settings.
557.
socially awkward
/ˈsoʊʃəɫi ɔkwɝd/ adj.
the feeling we experience when we believe that our desire for being accepted by others is threatened in a given situation.
558.
soft babe
/ˈsɔft beɪb/ noun
in tune with her femininity. protects her peace, will not engage in drama or toxic relationships of any kind—workplace, romance or friendship.
559.
spirikoko
/ˈspɪrɪkoko/ noun
a very religious person.
560.
spliff
/splɪf/ substance
colloquial name for weed mixed with the dry tobacco from deconstructed cigarettes.
561.
steeze
/stiːz/ noun
style with ease.
562.
stereotype
/ˈstoʊnɝ/ noun
a perso
563.
stoner
/ˈstoʊnɝ/ noun
a person, likely to read this definition high, who thinks absolutely any problem, no matter how severe, can be solved with THC.
564.
story for the gods
/ˈstowri fɔːr ðiː ɡɒdz/ slang
an idiomatic expression used to imply that what’s being said is of no worth or value.
565.
storyteller
/ˈstɔːriˌtelər/ superhero
a person who writes or tells stories, or reads them aloud.
566.
straight-laced
/streɪt leɪst/ personality
someone that follows the rules to the extent that they miss n on all the fun. having or showing very strict moral attitudes.
567.
street OT
/ˈstɹits/ slang
short for “street orientation.” used to describe the antics that make one street-smart.
568.
streets
/ˈstɹits/ slang
the metaphorical location referenced to by the saying ‘belongs to the streets’ representing the whereabouts of someone who is notably promiscuous.
569.
stubborn
/ˈstʌbən/ adj.
might as well shove your opinion up your butt. this person has no use for them.
570.
stud 🏳️🌈
/stʌd/ human
in a lesbian relationship, the stud has the more aggressive or masculine mentality. also called dyke, butch, dominant lesbian, tomboy.
571.
super story
/ˈsuːpər stɔːri/ tv
nigeria’s longest-running anthology tv drama series created by wale adenuga.
572.
super story
/ˈsuːpər stowri/ slang
how you describe someone’s narrated experience with which you call bullshit or couldn't care less about. inspired by wale adenuga’s titular hit tv series.
573.
surrogate
/ˈsʌrəɡət/ adj.
one taking the place of another. a substitute or temporary successor.
574.
survivor
/sɝˈvaɪvɝ/ noun
a person who copes with a bad situation or affliction and gets through. someone who manages to live through a situation that often causes death.
575.
sutana
/ˈsuːtænɑː/ noun
celestial garment. uniform worn by members of celestial church of christ or cherubim and seraphim to their place of worship.
576.
suwe
/ˈsuːweɪ/ noun
a childhood game that involves drawing lines of boxes on the floor and players take turns to toss their token and jump, on one leg, across the board.
577.
swifties
/swɪftiz/ stan
the fandom of taylor swift. known for their high levels of participation, creativity and fanaticism.
578.
taurus
/ˈtɔːrəs/ astrology
attractive, stubborn but sweet, foodie, hard-working, charismatic, not one to be messed with. one of a kind.
579.
tech bro
/ˈtɛk bɹoʊ/ noun
a high-value nerd lacking social skills, who also happens to work in tech.
580.
tech sis
/ˈtɛk sɪs/ noun
a high-value nerd lacking social skills, who also happens to work in tech.
581.
techie
/ˈtɛki/ noun
closer to a robot than a boring human.
582.
TERF
/təːf/ noun
acronym for trans-exclusionary radical feminist. feminists who think that trans women aren’t women, and are a threat to women’s rights.
583.
TGIF
/tiː dʒiː aɪ ef/ corporate
“thank God it's friday.” used to express the joy one feels in knowing that the work week has officially ended and they have the weekend all to themselves.
584.
THC
/tiː eɪtʃ siː/ substance
acronym for tetrahydrocannabinol, thc is the main psychoactive component of cannabis. a colorless oil with chemical formula C21H30O2 .
585.
therapy
/ˈθɛɹəpi/ noun
the treatment of mental conditions by verbal communication and interaction.
586.
thespian
/ˈθɛspiən/ noun
an actor.
587.
thick thighs
/ˈθɪk θaɪz/ hot
save lives, just like a paramedic.
588.
thrifter
/θrɪftə/ noun
someone that religiously shops at thrift stores looking for bargains and often scores amazing deals.
589.
throat goat
/ˈθɹoʊt ɡoʊt/ noun
someone who gives you the best mind-blowing oral sex ever.
590.
throuple
/ˈθɹʌpl̩/ people
a threesome couple.
591.
tired
/taɪəd/ adj.
when you are just done with life’s bullshit.
592.
tired
/taɪəd/ adj.
(t)icked off. (i)rritated. (r)eady to cry. (e)xtremely upset. (d)one.
593.
tomboy
/ˈtɑmˌbɔɪ/ noun
a girl who dresses and sometimes behaves the way boys are expected to. she is often into more masculine things.
594.
toto
/toʊtoʊ/ slang
nigerian pidgin for “vagina.” originated from the south and has spread across neighboring african countries.
595.
touch some grass
/ˈtətʃ səm ɡɹæs/ verb
something you tell somebody when they are acting disconnected from real life.
596.
tourist
/ˈtʊərɪst/ noun
a person who vacations in people’s lives for the stories, takes pictures, puts them in their scrapbook, and moves on.
597.
trams
/træmz/ noun
short for tramadol. an opioid medicine used for the short-term relief of moderate to severe pain.
598.
trans 🏳️🌈
/ˈtɹænz/ human
short for transgender; a person who doesn't identify with the sex they were assigned at birth.
599.
tungba
/ˈtuːngbæ/ music genre
a type of indigenous yorùbá music and dance style characterised by energetic drumming rhythm using talking drums and rattles, and featuring a fusion of jùjú, highlife and fújì music.
600.
tutor
/ˈtutɝ/ noun
someone who puts your brain into work mode, so that you know what to do in the future.
601.
ulcer
/ˈʌlsər/ medical
a sore that develops on the lining of the oesophagus, stomach or small intestine. it occurs when the stomach acid damages the lining of the digestive tract.
602.
unabashed
/ˌʌnəˈbaʃt/ adj.
someone who’s not ashamed, embarrassed, or shy about something, especially when most people would be.
603.
unashamed
/ˌʌnəˈbaʃt/ adj.
not ashamed; without hiding behaviour or opinions that other people might consider unacceptable.
604.
uncensored
/ˌʌnˈsɛnsɚd/ adj.
expressed openly without removal of words or opinions that may shock or offend people.
605.
unruly
/ənˈɹuɫi/ adj.
simply not abiding by any kind of rule.
606.
VAR
/ˌviː eɪ ˈɑːr/ sports
abbr. for video assistant referee. an official who helps the main referee to make decisions during the game using film recorded at the game.
607.
vasectomy
/væˈsɛktəmi/ medical
a minor surgical procedure ensuring a male is unable to ejaculate viable sperm and procreate.
608.
vegan
/ˈvɛɡən/ noun
a persom who refrain from eating any animal products or using their byproducts such as leather, silk, or wool. a more strict form of vegetarianism.
609.
verbatim
/vɜːˈbeɪtɪm/ adverb
in a way that uses exactly the same words as we're originally used.
610.
vibes and inshallah
/vaɪbz ænd in shāʾ Allāh/ mantra
behaving nonchalantly or lackadaisically. having a happy-go-lucky attitude.
611.
video vixen
/ˈvɪdɪəʊ ˈvɪks(ə)n/ noun
a female model who appears in music videos. her job is to keep viewers glued to their screen.
612.
virgin
/ˈvɝdʒɪn/ noun
someone who has not had sex yet and feels no pressure to.
613.
virgo
/ˈvɜːɡəʊ/ astrology
attention to detail, logical, practical, methodical, committed, organized, and hardworking. overly critical of self and others.
614.
visionary
/ˈvɪʒəˌnɛɹi/ noun
a way of thinking. planning ahead in an often positive and prosperous way.
615.
visually impaired
/ˈvɪʒʊəlɪ ɪmˈpeəd/ adj.
politically correct term for blindness.
616.
vitiligo
/ˌvɪtɪˈlaɪɡəʊ/ dermatology
a long-term condition where pale white patches develop on the skin. it is caused by the lack of melanin, which produces skin pigmentation.
617.
vulnerability
/ˌvʌlnərəˈbɪlɪtɪ/ noun
being open, and genuine about feelings of the heart, mind, body and soul; trusting without self judgement or fear of reaction and judgment from others.
618.
wahala
/ˈwahala/ noun
when you get more than you bargained for. synonymous with a bicycle how it keeps coming.
619.
wake n bake
/weɪk ænd beɪk/ verb
to smoke weed as soon as you wake up.
620.
wank
/wæŋk/ verb
to masturbate.
621.
wayward
/ˈweɪwɝd/ adj.
someone who goes against the grain in several aspects of their life, and is publically chastised for doing so. a person who refuses to bend to the conventions of society.
622.
weed
/wiːd/ substance
colloquial name for herbal cannabis or marijuana. a psychoactive drug from the cannabis plant that has various mental and physical effects such as euphoria, altered states of mind and sense of time, difficulty concentrating, impaired short-term memory, impaired body movement (balance and fine psychomotor control), relaxation, and an increase in appetite.
623.
wéré
/were/ music genre
an islamic-influenced yorùbá genre of music invented by muslim singers in southwestern nigeria to wake muslims fasting during ramadan. also known as ajísari (waking up for sari).
624.
whiz kid
/ˈwɪz ˌkɪd/ superstar
a young person who is exceptionally talented or proficient at a given subject.
625.
widow
/ˈwɪdoʊ/ noun
a woman whose spouse has died and has not remarried.
626.
widowed
/ˈwɪdoʊd/ adj.
a woman whose spouse has died and has not remarried.
627.
widower
/ˈwɪdoʊɝ/ noun
a man whose spouse has died and has not remarried.
628.
wifey
/ˈwaɪfɪ/ noun
derived from “wife”, it is used to identify one’s girlfriend, signifying her potential as a wife, implying the presence of spousal attributes.
629.
window-shopper
/ˈwɪndoʊ ˈʃɑpɝ/ noun
someone who looks at stuff they can’t buy. chronically takes screenshots they eventually forget about.
630.
woke
/ˈwoʊk/ adj.
when an individual becomes more aware of societal injustice, bias, discrimination, or double standards.
631.
woman
/ˈwʊmən/ human
a person who’d rather you stayed out of her business. not an angel, not the devil, just a person.
632.
words of affirmation
/ˈwɜːdz ɒv æfəˈmeɪʃ(ə)n/ love language
expressing affection through spoken words, praise, or appreciation. receiver enjoys kind words and encouragement, love notes, and cute texts.
633.
writer
/ˈɹaɪtɝ/ superhero
someone who has the power to turn vices such as caffeine, pain and strife, into words.
634.
wya
/weər juː ət/ shorthand
where you at?
635.
yahoo boy
/ˈjɑːhuː bɔɪ/ crime
an internet scammer from nigeria.
636.
yansh
/jæŋʃ/ noun
nigerian slang for booty. something that has ruined many great men.
637.
yawa
/ˌjæwə/ slang
trouble or problem.
638.
YBNL
/waɪ biː en el/ music
acronym for “yahoo boy no laptop.” a record label formed by street music legend, olamide.
639.
yinmu
/jɪnmuː/ verb
yorùbá for “sneer.” acted out by moving the nose upward to express disbelief.
640.
YOLO
/ˈjəʊləʊ/ slang
you only live once.
641.
yorùbá demon
/jəʊruːbæ ˈdiːmən/ noun
a seductive cock-tail of sweet and bitter.
642.
youtuber
/ˈjutubɝ/ noun
a person who creates and uploads videos on the YouTube online video sharing service. usually entertaining enough to have subscribers.
643.
zen
/zen/ adj.
feeling peaceful and relaxed. how you feel during a day at the spa.
644.
2go
/tuː θriː fɔːr/ social media
an instant messaging app popular during the 2010s java smartphones era.
645.
234
/tuː θriː fɔːr/ code
used to refer to nigeria (the country’s dialing code), the most populous black nation in the world.
646.
247
/ˌtwentifɔː ˈsevən/ everyday
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
647.
30BG
/ˈθɝˌti biˌdʒi/ stan
someone who not only believes in but also preaches the supremacy of davido as the goat.
648.
30+
/ˈθɝˌti plʌs/ adj.
someone, usually 30 years or older, who exhibits signs of old age.
649.
419
/fɔːr wʌn naɪn/ crime
colloquial name for “advance-fee scam,” or simply fraud.
650.
420
/fɔːr twenti/ slang
used widely in cannabis culture as a time to get high. could mean 4:20pm daily or april 4 yearly.
651.
99 problems
/ˌnaɪntiˈnaɪn prɒbləmz/ slang
to have a lot of problems, but not girl problems. short for the jay-z lyric “i’ve got 99 problems but the bitch ain’t one.”