Gen Y / Millennials (1980-1994)
Lowkey highkey
Used when playfully acknowledging an obvious truth or feeling.
Literal Meaning
Subtly and openly; in a manner that is both understated and overt
Actual Meaning
Actually really (pretending to downplay but it's obvious)
Examples in Context

'I lowkey highkey want pizza.' (Translation: I really want pizza)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Contradictory emphasis
  • 2Actually means highkey
  • 3Self-aware expression
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