- glaze
What does Glaze mean?
Gen Alpha Slang Word Glaze is used or popularized by Gen Alpha. Understand the definition of Glaze so that we can better use it. Language is constantly evolving, especially among the younger generation. Mastering emerging slang can help adults (such as parents and teachers) better understand the way young people think and their cultural background, and avoid the gap caused by the generation gap.
The Definition of Glaze
Definition: To over-hype, praise, or compliment someone to the point where it becomes annoying or cringeworthy..
Examples: "You need to stop glazing."
Variations: Glazing, Glazer, Meatriding
Origin: First surfaced on Discord in late 2021 and was popularized on Twitch. The term made its way to YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok in 2023. The term is used similarly to "kiss-ass" or "suck-up."
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Generation Alpha, or Gen Alpha, is the cohort that follows Generation Z. Researchers and popular media generally consider the early 2010s as the starting point for this generation, with the mid-2020s marking its conclusion. Generation Alpha is notable for being the first generation born entirely in the 21st century. By 2015, approximately 2.5 million individuals were born each week globally, and it is projected that Gen Alpha will reach nearly two billion in size by 2025.