Online Gaming Terminology

verb to express emotion or feeling in a theatrical or exaggerated manner

• The actor was able to emote a wide range of emotions on stage.
• I love watching streamers emote during their gameplay.
• She always emotes so dramatically, it's hilarious.
• The painting seemed to emote a sense of melancholy.

noun a person who engages in such behavior

verb to antagonize or harass others online for one's own amusement

• The online forum had to implement strict moderation to prevent trolls from disrupting discussions.
• I can't believe that troll keeps posting rude comments on social media.
• That troll is always stirring up drama for attention.
• Ignoring the troll under the bridge is the best way to avoid conflict.

noun An abbreviation for 'profile picture', a picture used to represent oneself on social media or other online platforms.

• The company requires all employees to use a professional headshot as their pfp on their email accounts.
• I love your new pfp on Instagram, it really captures your personality.
• Check out my new pfp, I think it's fire!
• Your pfp is like a window to your digital identity, make sure it represents you well.

noun TYSM is an acronym for 'Thank You So Much.' It is a noun representing a expression of gratitude.

adverb TYSM can also function as an adverb to intensify the gratitude expressed.

• I would like to express my gratitude for your assistance. TYSM.
• Hey, TYSM for helping me out with that project!
• TYSM for the ride, dude!
• Your support means the world to me, TYSM.

noun a shortened form of the word 'office'

adjective a shortened form of the word 'official'

• Of course, it is imperative that we adhere to the guidelines set forth by the regulatory agency.
• Ofc we can hang out later, just let me know when you're free.
• I'll be there at 8, ofc!
• The success of the project is the result of countless hours of hard work and dedication.

noun a person who exhibits negative or harmful behavior in a particular context, such as in a game or sports

adjective describing the type of player as negative or harmful in their behavior

• The team captain addressed the issue of a toxic player in the group.
• We need to kick out that toxic player from our gaming squad.
• That toxic player is such a buzzkill, always ruining the fun for everyone.
• Dealing with a toxic player is like trying to diffuse a ticking time bomb.

noun a slang acronym that stands for 'Laughing My Fucking Ass Off'

• The comedian's performance was so hilarious that the audience burst into laughter.
• LMFAO, that joke was so funny!
• I can't stop LMFAO at that meme you sent me.
• The ridiculousness of the situation had me LMFAO in disbelief.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'lulz' is a noun that refers to humor or amusement derived from someone else's misfortune or embarrassment.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. In this case, 'for' shows the purpose or reason for doing something.

article A word that is used to specify a noun. In this case, 'the' is used before 'lulz' to specify a particular type of amusement or enjoyment.

• The group decided to engage in the activity for the lulz, simply for the sake of amusement.
• We pulled the prank for the lulz, just to see their reaction.
• Let's mess with them for the lulz, it'll be hilarious.
• Sometimes you just have to do things for the lulz, without any serious purpose behind it.

verb to utterly defeat or destroy someone or something in a game or competition

• The company's financial report was rekt by the unexpected market crash.
• I got rekt in that video game last night, couldn't catch a break.
• He got rekt in that rap battle, didn't stand a chance.
• Her heart was rekt when she found out he had been lying to her.

noun a slang abbreviation for 'away from keyboard'

• I apologize for being AFK during the meeting, I had an urgent matter to attend to.
• I was AFK for a bit, had to grab a snack from the kitchen.
• I'll be AFK for a sec, just need to make a quick call.
• Sometimes it feels like I'm AFK from reality when I get lost in a good book.

noun an abbreviation for 'be right back'

• I need to step away from my desk for a moment, brb.
• Just gotta grab a snack, brb!
• Gotta take a quick break, brb!
• I need to recharge my batteries, brb.

noun a condition where there is a delay or lag in internet connection

• The network lag was causing delays in data transmission.
• My game keeps freezing because of the net lag.
• I can't play online with this net lag messing everything up.
• The net lag in communication between them was evident in their strained relationship.