Definition of «salty»

"Salty" is an informal adjective used to describe someone who is visibly bitter, irritated, upset, or resentful, particularly over a minor setback, lost competition, or petty grievance. The slang term gained massive popularity through gaming subcultures and social media, where players use it to tease opponents who react angrily to losing. Unlike intense rage, this emotional state usually implies a lingering, childish grudge or defensive frustration over something relatively trivial. Using the term often carries a lighthearted, mocking, or playful tone intended to diminish the other person's dramatic reaction.