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Edgelord is a slang term from the internet used to describe a person who deliberately makes provocative, "dark," or shocking statements to attract attention. Such behavior often appears exaggerated or even comical, as the main goal is to seem "tough," "cynical," or "extra deep."
Typical traits of an edgelord:
- loves dark humor and "forbidden" topics;
- tries to appear more cynical than they actually are;
- often exaggerates their own "pessimism" or "cruelty";
- writes or says something to provoke a reaction (shock, outrage, or laughter).
Essentially, an edgelord is someone who "lives on the edge" (from the English edge), but not always sincerely, rather for effect. In internet communities, such individuals are viewed differently: sometimes with irony, sometimes with irritation.
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