Languages, just like all other things human developments, evolve and grow over time. The advent of the internet has allowed many languages to enjoy a plethora of new words and expression. While these words usually start off as a bit cutting edge, only belonging to obscure internet communities, they eventually seep into the mainstream and sometimes even into official dictionaries! While some of the terms may elicit a chuckle from older generations, some of them would still pass it off as something to chuckle at. That being said, here is a list of internet slang to give you a boost on world wide web knowledge:
- Hashtag
- AMA (Ask Me Anything)
- Bump
- Noob
- Lurker
- Meme
- Facepalm
- Epic
- Troll
