LIT
What Does Lit Mean in a Text?
Lit means "exciting, energetic, or impressive." It can also mean "intoxicated or high." Here is more information about each of these definitions with examples.Exciting, Energetic, or Impressive
The word lit actually means "illuminated" or "on fire." However, it is now widely used as slang to describe something that is exciting, energetic, or impressive.- The party was lit!
- The concert was lit last night! The music was amazing and everyone was dancing.
Intoxicated or High
Lit used to be widely used as slang for being intoxicated or high. However, this usage is now falling out of fashion.- Its Friday and I'm getting lit tonight!
- Sam was so lit last night! I would hate to have her head this morning.
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When I write Lit, I mean this:
"Exciting, Energetic, or Impressive"
Summary of Key Points for First Definition
"Exciting, Energetic, or Impressive" is the most common definition for lit on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.Lit | |
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Definition: | Exciting, Energetic, or Impressive |
Type: | Slang Word (Jargon) |
Guessability: | 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Summary of Key Points for Second Definition
"Intoxicated or High" is another definition for lit.Lit | |
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Definition: | Intoxicated |
Type: | Slang Word (Jargon) |
Guessability: | 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | Adults |
An Academic Look at Lit
Lit is a slang term. Slang is informal language that consists of words, phrases, and uses of language that are often restricted to a specific context or a particular group of users. Slang is not typically used in formal or professional settings.Example of Lit Used in a Text
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See Also
BLEM (high on marijuana) BLOWN (high) BODACIOUS (awesome, cool, remarkable, sexy) CHEUGY (uncool or untrendy) COOL (good, relaxed, stylish) FRIED (high on drugs) KL (cool) LIFTED (high)Quiz
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