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Walt

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Walt (noun) means British slang for someone who falsely claims to be, or exaggerates being, a military veteran. Example: “He got called out online as a walt after his medal photos didn't check out.”

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British slang for someone who falsely claims to be, or exaggerates being, a military veteran.

"He got called out online as a walt after his medal photos didn't check out."

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In plain EnglishA put-down for someone caught faking or inflating military service or experience.

When to use it

Informal British slang, mostly used online and among military communities; not used in formal writing.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: Walts
Third person singular: walts
Past tense: walted
Comparative: more walt
Superlative: most walt

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Etymology

Named after Walter Mitty, the daydreaming fantasist from James Thurber's short story "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," who imagines himself as a hero in scenarios far grander than his real life.

Synonyms

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impostor fraud fake pretender phony poser

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Rhymes for Walt

alt salt malt halt Galt

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Walt” mean?

The word “Walt” means british slang for someone who falsely claims to be, or exaggerates being, a military veteran. In plain terms, a put-down for someone caught faking or inflating military service or experience.

How do you pronounce “Walt”?

“Walt” is pronounced wawlt (/wɔːlt/ in IPA).

How do you use “Walt” in a sentence?

Here is “Walt” used in a sentence: “He got called out online as a walt after his medal photos didn't check out.”

What part of speech is “Walt”?

“Walt” is a noun.

Is “Walt” a common word?

“Walt” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between a Walt and a genuine veteran?

A Walt is British slang for someone who falsely claims to be, or exaggerates being, a military veteran. A genuine veteran has actually served in the armed forces, so the term Walt highlights the deception.

Is calling someone a Walt offensive?

Yes. Walt is a derogatory slang term used to accuse a person of faking or exaggerating military service. It is dismissive and clearly not a compliment.

Is the slang term Walt used outside Britain?

Walt is chiefly British slang and is not widely used or understood elsewhere. In American English, similar ideas are often expressed with the phrase stolen valor or by calling someone a military impostor.

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