Definition of «incel»

"Incel" is a portmanteau of 'involuntary celibate', referring to members of an online subculture who define themselves by their inability to find a romantic or sexual partner despite desiring one. The term is often associated with deep-seated resentment, self-pity, and sometimes hostility toward women and 'genetically superior' men. In broader internet slang, it is frequently used as a derogatory label for men who exhibit entitled or misogynistic behavior. It carries a heavy social stigma and is linked to specific 'blackpill' ideologies regarding physical attractiveness and social hierarchy.