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so brave
What does so brave mean?
A two-word demolition for someone declaring a brave hot take that's actually the most popular opinion in the room. Tone is dry as bone — the whole point is the gap between the poster's self-image and reality.
"'I just don't think cancer is good, actually.' — Wow. So brave."
Origin
Spread on Reddit and Twitter in the mid-2010s. Often paired with the Jaden Smith 'so brave' template or a slow-clap gif.
Frequently asked questions
What does "so brave" mean?
It's a sarcastic clap-back at someone who's congratulating themselves for holding a totally safe, uncontroversial opinion.
How do you use "so brave" in a sentence?
"Wow, you like pizza? So brave."
Is "so brave" rude?
It's mocking by design, used to deflate someone who's acting like they took a bold stance when they really didn't.
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