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What does simp mean?
Used as a light insult for being thirsty or doing too much for a crush.
"Stop simping in her comments."
Origin
"Simp" has older AAVE roots (a shortening of "simpleton" or "sucker"), but exploded on TikTok and Twitch around 2019–2020 as a label for men overly devoted to women, often used jokingly.
Frequently asked questions
What does simp mean?
A simp is someone who does too much for a person they're attracted to, often without it being returned.
Where did simp come from?
It has older AAVE roots (from "simpleton") and exploded on TikTok and Twitch around 2019–2020.
Is simp an insult?
It's usually a light jab for over-the-top devotion, though some reclaim it playfully.
How do you use simp in a sentence?
For example: "stop simping" — meaning stop being overly devoted.
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