Gen Alpha slang · Verb
nerf
Meaning
Nerf is Gen Alpha slang for to make something weaker, used mainly by ages 9–26.
Where it came from
The opposite of buff, named after the foam toy brand — a nerfed weapon is a harmless one.
Tone check
Neutral, usually complaining.
Used in a sentence
"They nerfed it."
"My allowance got nerfed."
Peak: 2010–2026
Age range: 9–26
Safe for adults to use