Let out those devious cackles. Oxford Languageās recently announced Word of the Year is goblin mode.
Okay, itās more like a phrase, but itās defined as āa type of behavior which is unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly, or greedy, typically in a way that rejects social norms or expectations.ā
That sounds a little negative, but itās often used in an endearing or humorous way. And it definitely sounds like Seattle. Hereās what we mean.
- Rejecting social norms? Thatās our schtick ā small talk is a no-no and we lead the charge for societal change.
- Is it laziness or are these gray, rainy days just really, really cozy?
- Itās impossible to avoid self-indulgence when weāve got so much great chocolate and long winter nights to sleep.
But greedy? You got us there. We were ranked as the second most generous city in the US last year.
What do you think? Does Seattle embody goblin mode?