adverb
Street Slang
Lowkey
/ˈloʊkiː/ · adverb · slang
Quietly, secretly, or kind of — softening or admitting something a little.
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Definitions
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Secretly or quietly, done without drawing attention.
“I lowkey have a crush on him.”
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2
Describing something kept on the down low.
“They been dating lowkey for months.”
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3
Used to soften an admission, like 'kind of' or 'a little.'
“That meeting was lowkey a waste of time.”
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Lowkey In A Sentence
Lowkey I think the sequel was better than the original.
She's lowkey the smartest person in the whole office.
I'm lowkey nervous about this interview tomorrow.
Origin & Usage
AAVE adverb derived from 'low key,' meaning subdued or understated. Spread widely through hip-hop and social media as a hedge word, often paired with its opposite 'highkey.'
People Also Ask
What does lowkey mean in texting?
It means 'kind of,' 'secretly,' or 'a little.' 'Lowkey tired' means somewhat tired, often admitted quietly.
What's the difference between lowkey and highkey?
'Lowkey' softens a statement or keeps it quiet, while 'highkey' means openly and strongly.
Can lowkey mean secretly?
Yes. 'They're lowkey dating' means they're keeping it private or under the radar.
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