big yikes
Gen Z#reactionMeaning. A reaction to something very awkward, embarrassing, or cringeworthy.
See it in a sentence
He texted his ex again? Big yikes.
How each generation says it
The closest equivalent for this idea in every generation.
- Gen Z · this onebig yikes,cringe
- Gen AlphaHaven't found the match yet.
- MillennialHaven't found the match yet.
- Gen XHaven't found the match yet.
- Boomer
- Plain Englishreaction to something very awkward, embarrassing, or cringeworthy
Related slang
and I oopGen Z
An expression of sudden surprise, shock, or an awkward slip-up.
#reactionbig dealBoomer
A sarcastic response meaning something is not impressive.
#reactioncool story, broMillennial
A sarcastic response implying a story or complaint is unimpressive.
#reactiondigging itBoomer
Enjoying or appreciating something.
#reaction