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What were the most common slang words used in 1990s?

The 1990s were a vibrant time for slang, reflecting the cultural shifts of the era. Here are some of the most common slang words from that decade:

General Slang:

* "The Bomb": Something amazing, excellent, or cool.

* "Bodacious": Great, awesome, or impressive.

* "Totally": Used to express agreement, emphasis, or excitement.

* "Rad": Short for "radical," meaning cool, awesome, or excellent.

* "Wuss": A weak or cowardly person.

* "Gag me with a spoon": An expression of disgust or disapproval.

* "Epic": Something impressive, grand, or memorable.

* "Sweet": Meaning good, cool, or impressive.

* "Wicked": Similar to "sweet" or "awesome."

* "Dope": Excellent, amazing, or cool.

* "Chill": Relax, calm down, or be cool.

* "Hang loose": Relax, be laid-back, or chill out.

* "Bummer": Something unfortunate or disappointing.

* "Totally tubular": An expression of approval, similar to "rad" or "awesome."

* "No way!": An expression of disbelief or surprise.

Words related to fashion & music:

* "Grunge": A style of music and fashion associated with bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam.

* "Hip-hop": A music genre and cultural movement.

* "R&B": Rhythm and Blues music.

* "Flannel": A type of shirt often associated with the grunge look.

* "Doc Martens": A brand of sturdy boots popular in the 90s.

* "Fanny pack": A small, waist-worn bag often used for carrying essentials.

* "Scrunchie": A fabric hair tie often used to hold up long hair.

Words related to technology & communication:

* "Dial-up": A slow internet connection using a modem.

* "Internet": The global network of computer networks.

* "WWW": World Wide Web, a part of the internet that uses hyperlinks.

* "Email": Electronic mail.

* "Chatroom": An online space for real-time text-based communication.

* "Pager": A handheld device used for sending and receiving short messages.

* "Cellphone": A mobile phone.

Words related to activities:

* "Hang out": Spend time with friends or socialize.

* "Party": A social gathering.

* "Chill": Relax, unwind, or just hang out.

* "Crash": Go to sleep unexpectedly or without a plan.

* "Kick it": Hang out, relax, or chill.

This is just a small sample of the slang used in the 1990s. Many of these words have fallen out of use, while others have become part of our everyday language. They offer a glimpse into the cultural zeitgeist of the decade, reflecting trends in music, fashion, and technology.

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