noun Internet Slang

Chad

/tʃæd/ · noun · slang

A confident, attractive, successful guy — used admiringly or ironically depending on context.

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Definitions

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Used as praise for someone who does something bold and based.

“Returning the wallet with all the cash, absolute Chad move.”
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2

A meme figure, often drawn as a strong-jawed man, contrasted with weaker archetypes.

“Chad says yes, the virgin overthinks it.”
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An archetype of a good-looking, self-assured, dominant man.

“He walked in like a total Chad and owned the room.”
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Chad In A Sentence

Only a Chad would order that with full confidence.
She married a literal Chad.
Be the Chad, not the doormat.

Origin & Usage

An internet archetype that emerged from forum meme culture in the 2010s, often paired in comics with the contrasting 'Virgin', describing a confident, dominant man.

Variants GigachadChad move
Tags #gen-z#meme#internet#gym

People Also Ask

What does Chad mean in slang?

A Chad is a confident, attractive, successful guy, used admiringly or ironically.

Is calling someone a Chad a compliment?

Usually yes — it praises confidence and boldness, though it can be teasing.

What is a Chad move?

A Chad move is a confident, bold, no-hesitation action.

What does Chad mean on TikTok?

On TikTok Chad describes or praises a confident, dominant guy, often as a meme.

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