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AIDS (adjective) means slang for extremely annoying or frustrating. Example: “This slow wifi is so aids right now.”
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Slang for extremely annoying or frustrating.
"This slow wifi is so aids right now."
How to use AIDS
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn offensive slang usage meaning "annoying" — best avoided given its association with the illness AIDS.
When to use it
Considered offensive by many; strongly discouraged in formal or polite use.
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What does “AIDS” mean?
The word “AIDS” means slang for extremely annoying or frustrating. In plain terms, an offensive slang usage meaning "annoying" — best avoided given its association with the illness AIDS.
How do you pronounce “AIDS”?
“AIDS” is pronounced aydz (/eɪdz/ in IPA).
How do you use “AIDS” in a sentence?
Here is “AIDS” used in a sentence: “This slow wifi is so aids right now.”
What part of speech is “AIDS”?
“AIDS” is an adjective.
Is “AIDS” a common word?
“AIDS” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is the slang use of "aids" to mean "annoying" appropriate to use?
Used to mean extremely annoying or frustrating, this sense of "aids" is very informal slang and is widely regarded as offensive because it borrows the name of a serious illness. It is best avoided in formal, professional or polite writing.
In what register does the slang "aids" (meaning annoying) belong?
This sense of aids belongs to casual, mostly online slang rather than standard English, and would look out of place in essays, reports or business communication. Neutral alternatives such as "annoying," "irritating" or "frustrating" suit almost any context.
What is the difference between the slang "aids" and "annoying"?
As slang, aids simply means extremely annoying or frustrating, but it carries a crude tone and the potential to offend. "Annoying" conveys the same idea plainly and is acceptable in any setting.
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