Gen Alpha (2010-2024)
Sigma
Used when praising someone's individuality and self-sufficiency.
Literal Meaning
The 18th letter of the Greek alphabet, representing a value of 100 in the Greek numeral system.
Actual Meaning
Someone who is independent, doesn't follow the crowd, self-reliant
Examples in Context

He’s a total sigma at school, always doing his own thing and focused on his goals.

I admire her sigma mentality; she always charts her own path and doesn't care what others think.

Being sigma means you’re confident in your choices, even if they're different from everyone else's.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Be aware that 'sigma' can carry a positive connotation, highlighting strength in self-reliance and individuality.
  • 2Notice if the person using 'sigma' is contrasting it with more common terms like 'alpha' or 'beta', as this can help clarify the meaning.
  • 3Look for contexts where someone is praised for being independent or unconventional; this is often when 'sigma' is used.
Phrase Thesaurus
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