Pronunciation: /ˈnɛɡɪŋ/
noun a slang term for a manipulative behavior in which someone gives backhanded compliments or subtle insults to undermine the confidence of a person they are interested in romantically
A1 I heard about negging from a friend.
A2 Some people use negging as a tactic to attract others.
B1 Negging is considered a manipulative behavior in the dating scene.
B2 It's important to recognize when someone is negging you and not fall for their tricks.
C1 The practice of negging can have damaging effects on a person's self-esteem and confidence.
C2 Experts advise against using negging as a way to form connections with others.
verb to engage in the practice of negging
A1 He was negging her by making fun of her hair.
A2 She didn't realize he was negging her until her friends pointed it out.
B1 Negging is a manipulative tactic used by some people to undermine someone's confidence.
B2 She decided to confront him about his negging behavior and set boundaries.
C1 After years of therapy, she finally recognized the signs of negging and was able to avoid toxic relationships.
C2 Negging is a form of emotional abuse that can have long-lasting effects on a person's self-esteem.
formal Negging is a manipulative technique used in some social interactions.
informal I heard that guy was negging you at the party last night.
slang I can't believe he was negging you like that, what a jerk.
figurative His constant negging was like a dark cloud hanging over their relationship.
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