Aave
lowkey
What does lowkey mean?
Somewhat, quietly, or on the down-low — admitting something in a subtle or understated way. The opposite of "highkey".
"I'm lowkey nervous about tomorrow."
Origin
Rooted in AAVE use of "low-key" for keeping something quiet or modest.
Frequently asked questions
What does "lowkey" mean?
Somewhat, quietly, or on the down-low — admitting something in a subtle or understated way. The opposite of "highkey".
How do you use "lowkey" in a sentence?
For example: "I'm lowkey nervous about tomorrow."
Where does "lowkey" come from?
Rooted in AAVE use of "low-key" for keeping something quiet or modest.
Is "lowkey" AAVE (African-American Vernacular English)?
Yes — "lowkey" is classed as AAVE (African-American Vernacular English) on FreeDict. Somewhat, quietly, or on the down-low — admitting something in a subtle or understated way. The opposite of "highkey".
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