- roman empire
Slang Word: Roman Empire
Gen Z Slang Word Roman Empire is used or popularized by Generation Z (Gen Z). Understand the definition of Roman Empire so that we can better use it. Knowing slang not only helps improve communication skills, but also enhances understanding of the culture of the younger generation and helps to build better relationships between teachers and students and families.
The Definition of Roman Empire
Definition: A random event, person, incident, or thing that fascinates or intrigues one to the point that one is frequently thinking about it.
Examples: "The ending of Harry Potter is my Roman Empire."
"How often do you think about the Roman Empire?"
Origin: Originated in 2023 after influencer Saskia Cort encouraged her Instagram followers to ask their male partners how often they thought about the Roman Empire, to which many answered quite often. The term spread internationally and evolved to mean something that frequently occupies one’s thoughts. It has also morphed into a joke about how often people think about/mention the Roman Empire.