Snatched

Snatched (adjective / US Slang)

(Also heard as: Snatched for the Gods, Snatched waist, Get snatched)

Definition:

Snatched means looking flawless, stylish or perfectly put together. It is a compliment for an outfit, makeup or a body that looks sharp and tight. If someone says “you look snatched”, they mean you look amazing. It is most often used about fashion and beauty.

Where Snatched Comes From:

The slang comes from Black and LGBTQ+ ballroom and drag culture, where “snatched” described a perfectly fitted look, as if the clothes had been pulled tight. It spread to the mainstream in the 2010s through drag shows, reality TV such as RuPaul’s Drag Race, and social media influencers.

How People Actually Use Snatched:

People comment “snatched!” on selfies. “Snatched waist” refers to a cinched, slim look. Makeup artists say a face is snatched when contouring and lashes look perfect. Some use it ironically, for example about a tidy room.

Is Snatched Offensive?

It is a compliment, but “snatched waist” can reflect body-image pressure, so it is best used about style rather than a body.

Examples in the Wild:

• “That dress on you? Snatched.”

  Meaning: You look perfect.

• “Her makeup was snatched for the gods.”

  Meaning: It was flawless.

• “Got my hair done, feeling snatched.”

  Meaning: I feel sharp and confident.

Similar Slang:

Slay, Ate, Fit, Drip, Baddie, Fleek

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