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cool

Meaning. Socially impressive, stylish, or admired.

See it in a sentence

He had a cool way about him.

How each generation says it

The closest equivalent for this idea in every generation.

Gen Z
aura
Gen Alpha
aura points
Millennial
street cred
Gen X
cred
Boomer · this one
cool
Plain English
socially impressive, stylish, or admired

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How every generation says coolness and reputation

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Related slang

Social influence, fame, or popularity, especially online.

consciousBoomer

Aware of political, racial, or social issues.

A stylish, confident, laid-back person who is admired.

An effortlessly cool person.

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