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| '''''Emo''''' is a slang term used to describe a range of fashion styles and attitudes somewhat affiliated with ] and its related scenes. As an ], ''emo'' can describe a style of ] or ]; or a general state of unhappiness or melancholy (as in "to feel emo"). ''Emo'' is also used as a ], often pejoratively, to identify a member of the "emo scene" or someone viewed as fitting the "emo" stereotype. | '''''Emo''''' is a slang term used to describe a range of fashion styles and attitudes somewhat affiliated with ] and its related scenes. As an ], ''emo'' can describe a style of ] or ]; or a general state of unhappiness or melancholy (as in "to feel emo") - sometimes to the point of melodrama. ''Emo'' is also used as a ], often pejoratively, to identify a member of the "emo scene" or someone viewed as fitting the "emo" stereotype. | ||
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For other uses, see Emo.Emo is a slang term used to describe a range of fashion styles and attitudes somewhat affiliated with emo music and its related scenes. As an adjective, emo can describe a style of fashion or music; or a general state of unhappiness or melancholy (as in "to feel emo") - sometimes to the point of melodrama. Emo is also used as a noun, often pejoratively, to identify a member of the "emo scene" or someone viewed as fitting the "emo" stereotype.
Alternative uses
The term "emo" has also been used in recent years on the Internet as a form of insult, especially toward those who appear emotionally unstable, or those who talk about issues in their lives to people in public forums or chat rooms. Similar to popular curses, it tends to be used as a general insult even when it is not directly applicable. Phrases such as "cheer up, emo kid" are used frequently as a quick brush-off in this context. Some use the term "emo" to describe a feeling of depression, alluding to the association of depression with the "emo" subculture.