Definition of «gatekeepy»
4
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Views | 4 |
| Definitions | 1 |
| First seen | 2026 |
- Description
-
This adjective describes the behavior of someone who tries to control access to a particular community, hobby, or piece of information to maintain its perceived exclusivity. It is often used negatively to describe fans who refuse to share the name of a song or a brand because they don't want it to become 'mainstream.' The term highlights a defensive attitude toward subcultures that the individual feels protective over.
- Example
-
>Don't be so gatekeepy and just tell us where you bought that vintage jacket.
>The underground music scene can get really gatekeepy when a local band starts getting national attention.
0
Join the SlangZone community
Be the first to discover new slang. Follow us on your favourite channel:
Comments