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fluff
What does fluff mean?
Fan fiction focused on warmth and affection between characters, meant to be light and comforting.
"After that finale I only want soft coffee-shop fluff."
Origin
Fanfic genre tag.
Frequently asked questions
What does fluff mean in fanfic?
It's a genre tag for sweet, feel-good stories centred on warmth and affection with little to no conflict — the comforting opposite of angst.
How do you use the fluff tag?
Writers add it so readers know a fic is light and cosy, like 'soft coffee-shop fluff.' Fans search the tag when they want something gentle and reassuring.
Is fluff the opposite of angst?
Pretty much — angst focuses on suffering and emotional pain, while fluff keeps things warm, happy, and low-stakes.
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