Gen Alpha slang · Adjective
s tier
Meaning
S tier is Gen Alpha slang for the very best category of something, used mainly by ages 9–26.
Where it came from
The top band of a tier list, above A. The letter comes from Japanese ranking conventions.
Tone check
A strong compliment.
Used in a sentence
"S tier snack."
Peak: 2019–2026
Age range: 9–26
Safe for adults to use
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