Pronunciation: /kæp/
Cap means a lie or falsehood. It’s used to call out exaggeration or dishonesty—for example, saying “no cap” emphasizes that something is true.
Example Sentence(s):
“He said he could run a mile in under four minutes, but that’s cap.”
“No cap, I’m really excited about the concert.”
Origin: Derived from African-American Vernacular English (AAVE) and popularized on social media in the early to mid-2010s.
Related Words:
- no cap
- lie
- exaggeration
Usage: Informal—commonly used in texts, tweets, and online conversations.
Popularity Level: Widely popular among Gen Z.
First Known Use: Early to mid-2010s.
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