Social Media Influencer Vocabulary

noun a person who pretends to be something they are not, especially in order to impress others

• The art critic labeled him as a poseur for his pretentious display of abstract paintings.
• She's such a poseur, always trying to act like she knows more than she does.
• That guy at the party was a total poseur, trying too hard to fit in with the cool crowd.
• In the world of fashion, being a poseur can be more damaging to your reputation than being genuinely uncool.

noun A slang term referring to a person's sense of style or confidence

verb To walk or behave in a confident and stylish manner

• The businessman exuded an air of confidence and swag as he entered the boardroom.
• She showed off her new swag by strutting down the street in her designer clothes.
• Check out his swag with that fresh haircut and cool kicks.
• His swag on the basketball court makes him stand out as a top player.

noun a popular beverage in many Asian countries and around the world

• Bubble tea, also known as pearl milk tea, is a Taiwanese tea-based drink that originated in the 1980s.
• Let's go grab some bubble tea after work, it's so refreshing!
• I'm addicted to boba, I can't go a day without bubble tea!
• The feeling of sipping on bubble tea is like a burst of happiness in every sip.

noun a person who has the ability to influence the opinions or behavior of others through social media or online platforms

• The social media influencer collaborated with the brand for a promotional campaign.
• That -fluencer on Instagram always posts about their new outfits.
• I can't believe how many followers that -fluencer has on TikTok.
• She has become a positive -fluencer in her community, always encouraging others to do their best.

noun A person who uses their pet to promote products or services on social media

• The petfluencer was invited to attend the grand opening of the new pet store.
• My favorite petfluencer just posted a new video with their adorable puppy!
• I can't believe how many followers that petfluencer has on Instagram!
• She has become a petfluencer in the online community, spreading awareness about animal welfare.

noun A person who is not quite a celebrity but is well-known or recognized in a specific niche or industry.

• The sublebrity made a guest appearance at the charity gala.
• I heard that sublebrity is going to be at the party tonight.
• That sublebrity is always causing drama on social media.
• She may not be an A-list celebrity, but she's definitely a sublebrity in her own right.

noun a group of people born or living in the same time period, typically sharing similar experiences, attitudes, and values

• Generation C refers to the group of individuals who are highly connected and tech-savvy.
• Members of Generation C are always glued to their devices, constantly checking social media.
• If you want to reach Generation C, you need to make sure your content is super engaging and shareable.
• Generation C is like a digital tribe, always connected and influencing the online world.

verb to praise or admire excessively or slavishly

adjective showing excessive admiration or praise

• The author was praised for not adulating the political leader in his latest book.
• Stop adulating that celebrity, they're just a regular person like everyone else.
• Why are you always adulating that singer? They're not even that talented.
• The sun was adulating the flowers with its warm rays, making them bloom beautifully.