parasocial
Gen Z#internetMeaning. Describes a one-sided bond with someone you only know through a screen, like a streamer, celebrity, or influencer, who does not know you exist.
See it in a sentence
i know it's parasocial but i was genuinely sad when that streamer quit
How each generation says it
The closest equivalent for this idea in every generation.
- Gen Z · this oneparasocial,Living rent free
- Gen AlphaNo word for this one yet.
- MillennialNo word for this one yet.
- Gen X
- Boomer
- Plain Englishdescribes a one-sided bond with someone you only know through a screen, like a streamer, celebrity, or influencer, who does not know you exist
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Related slang
OMWGen Z
Acronym for 'on my way,' meaning heading there now.
#internetOTPGen Z
'One true pairing,' a couple, real or fictional, that a fan is invested in.
#internetPMOYSGen Z
Acronym for 'put me on your Snapchat,' asking to be featured.
#internetPOVGen Z
'Point of view,' often used to frame a relatable scenario in videos.
#internet