Cray (adjective / US Slang)
(Also heard as: Cray cray, Crayyy, So cray)
Definition:
Cray is a shortened, playful way of saying “crazy”. It can mean wild, absurd or over the top, in a good or bad way.
Where Cray Comes From:
It is a clipped form of “crazy” that spread through US social media and pop culture in the early 2010s, often doubled as “cray cray”.
How People Actually Use Cray:
Used for surprising or ridiculous situations: “that party was so cray”. It now sounds a bit dated and is often used jokingly.
Is Cray Rude?
No, it is casual and light. But since “crazy” can be insensitive when applied to mental health, it is best used about situations, not people.
Examples in the Wild:
- “Last night was so cray.”Meaning: Last night was wild.
- “Her ex is cray cray.”Meaning: Her ex behaves in an over-the-top way.
- “That price is cray.”Meaning: That price is absurd.
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