Gen Alpha slang · Adverb
lowkey
Meaning
Lowkey is Gen Alpha slang for somewhat, or secretly, used mainly by ages 10–30.
Where it came from
AAVE, mainstream since the mid 2010s.
Tone check
Neutral hedge.
Used in a sentence
"Lowkey that was good."
Peak: 2017–2026
Age range: 10–30
Safe for adults to use
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