Slang describing modern dating, situationships, and romantic drama.
50 words
Someone you feel safest and most at ease around.
A very short, undefined romantic connection.
A partner whose role in your life depends heavily on circumstance.
An ideal or admirable example of a romantic relationship.
An undefined relationship someone convinces themselves is more serious than it is.
A period when someone becomes especially devoted to a crush.
A playful, affectionate nickname used for a partner.
A crush that only feels real because of proximity or circumstance.
A relationship that exists mostly through texting with little in person contact.
Keeping backup romantic options while in a relationship.
A moment that suddenly makes you lose interest in an undefined relationship.
A vacation taken specifically with a romantic partner.
Publicly and clearly announcing a relationship on social media.
Ambiguous romantic signals that aren't clearly defined.
Doing far too much for someone you like without reciprocation.
A former partner remembered for causing emotional harm.
Referring to a moment of romantic embarrassment or rejection.
Believing a crush likes you back with little real evidence.
Stuck in an undefined relationship for a long period without progress.
Hinting at a new partner through subtle social media posts.
Hoping and visualizing a future romantic partner into existence.
A running mental list of things that turn you off in a partner.
A wholesome, loyal, and enthusiastic personality, like a friendly dog.
A secondary romantic partner someone sees while in another relationship.
A secret or casual romantic partner kept out of public view.
A term of endearment for a romantic partner.
An affectionate nickname for a partner or close friend.
Being the extra person tagging along with a couple.
Short for 'define the relationship,' a talk about where things stand.
Being seen only as a friend by someone you're romantically interested in.
Making a bold move to express romantic interest.
When two people share the same romantic feelings for each other.
Being extremely infatuated with someone, sometimes to an embarrassing degree.
Being overly attached or needing too much attention from a partner.
A relationship entered soon after a breakup, often to cope.
Someone considered to have the qualities of a great future spouse.
Someone considered to have the qualities of a great future spouse.
A photo posted specifically to attract romantic or sexual attention.
Politely rejecting someone's romantic interest without being harsh.
Suddenly reappearing after ghosting someone, as if nothing happened.
Staying active on someone's social media after ending contact directly.
Small actions that feel disloyal even if not full-on cheating.
Starting to develop real romantic emotions for someone.
The early phase of getting to know someone romantically before dating.
The time of year, usually fall and winter, when people seek relationships.
Keeping someone as an option while looking for someone better.
Overwhelming someone with affection early on to win them over quickly.
Giving someone just enough attention to keep them interested without commitment.
A romantic relationship without a clear label or commitment.
Suddenly cutting off all communication with someone without explanation.